Question 1

Which term refers to decreasing the angle at the joint?

Accepted Answer

Flexion refers to the action of decreasing the angle between the bones of a joint, effectively bringing them closer together.

Question 2

Of the following common ICD categories used to report CPT codes, which is used when a radiologic exam is performed for early detection for a patient with no symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Screening is the correct category for a radiologic exam performed for early detection in a patient with no symptoms. This category is used when tests are done to find potential health issues before symptoms actually appear.

Question 3

If a testing is performed to rule out or confirm a suspected diagnosis and the patient presents with signs and symptoms, this is a _________________:

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic examinations are performed to confirm or rule out a suspected diagnosis when a patient presents with signs and symptoms.

Question 4

Where will a coder find guidelines regarding the reporting of diagnostic angiography and venography supervision and interpretation codes?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

An orthopedic specialist provides only the professional component of a whole body scan, CPT code 78306. Which modifier is appropriate to append to report this service?

Accepted Answer

Modifier 26 is used to indicate that only the professional component of a service was provided, which is appropriate when a physician interprets a test but does not perform the actual test.

Question 6

When a physician (radiologist) performs both the surgical component and the supervision and interpretation component of a procedure, how would the coder appropriately assign CPT codes to communicate this to a third-party payer?

Accepted Answer

When a physician performs both the surgical component and the supervision and interpretation component of a procedure, the coder should assign one code from the Surgery section and one code from the Radiology section to accurately reflect the services provided.

Question 7

Katie presents to the oncology suite for radiation therapy for primary malignancy in the right breast. She is also experiencing nausea as a result of the therapy. Select the accurate reporting of Katie's diagnoses for today's service:

Accepted Answer

The primary reason for the visit is the admission for radiation therapy, followed by the nausea as a side effect, and then the underlying condition, the primary malignancy of the right breast.

Question 8

In which code range will a coder find procedure codes describing Radiologic Guidance in CPT?

Accepted Answer

Radiologic guidance procedure codes are found in the range of 77001-77022 in the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code manual. This range includes codes for various imaging guidance procedures such as fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, and MRI guidance used during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

Question 9

How are codes for Clinical Treatment Planning and Simulation-Aided Field Settings further subdivided?

Accepted Answer

Codes for Clinical Treatment Planning and Simulation-Aided Field Settings are further subdivided into simple, intermediate, or complex based on the complexity of the procedure.

Question 10

Providers will use all of the following terms except ____ to describe nuclear medicine studies in documentation.

Accepted Answer

Plane is a term used to describe radiographic studies, not nuclear medicine studies.

Question 11

A 45-year-old female patient presents for a screening mammogram. Upon examination, the screening test shows evidence of a calcification in the left breast. How would the coder appropriately assign diagnosis codes for this service?

Accepted Answer

The correct coding sequence is to first list the reason the patient came in for the service, which in this case is for a screening mammogram (screening code), followed by any findings discovered during the screening, such as the breast calcification (breast mass code). This ensures accurate representation of the patient's visit purpose and findings.

Question 12

Select the correct description of modifier 76:

Accepted Answer

Modifier 76 is used to indicate a repeat procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified healthcare provider.

Question 13

What is the vertical plane running from front to back that divides the body into right and left sides?

Accepted Answer

The sagittal plane divides the body into right and left sides. It runs vertically from front to back.

Question 14

Radioactive materials used in nuclear medicine procedures can be administered via all of the following routes except:

Accepted Answer

Infusion is not a typical route for administering radioactive materials in nuclear medicine. The common routes are inhalation, ingestion, and injection.

Question 15

CPT code 77067 identifies screening mammography, bilateral (2 view study of each breast). A patient receives unilateral screening mammography. Which modifier is appropriate to append to this procedure?

Accepted Answer

Modifier 52 is used to indicate a reduced service, such as when only one breast is imaged in a procedure typically involving both.

Question 16

Code 76700, Complete abdominal ultrasound, must include:

Accepted Answer

Code 76700 for a complete abdominal ultrasound requires imaging of the liver, gallbladder, common bile duct, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and upper abdominal aorta and inferior vena cava.

Question 17

What is the body motion of bending upward?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Of the following common ICD categories used to report CPT codes, which is commonly used to bolster medical necessity for a radiologic procedure?

Accepted Answer

History of (personal or family) is commonly used to bolster medical necessity for a radiologic procedure.

Question 19

Code 76770, Complete retroperitoneal ultrasound, is assigned when:

Accepted Answer

Code 76770 is assigned for a complete retroperitoneal ultrasound when the images include the kidneys, abdominal aorta, common iliac artery origins, and inferior vena cava.

Question 20

Radiology involves all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

Radiology is primarily concerned with using imaging techniques to establish diagnoses and treat diseases and injuries. It does not directly involve preventing diseases, which is more the realm of public health and preventive medicine.

Quiz 17: Radiology