Question 1

When coding the phrase "synovial cyst of the popliteal space of the right knee," the main term to reference in the index is _____.

Accepted Answer

"Cyst" is the most important term in the phrase and should be referenced in the index. The other terms are descriptors of the location and type of cyst.

Question 2

Postural kyphosis of the thoracic region is reported with code M40.4.

Accepted Answer

Postural kyphosis is reported with code M40.00, not M40.4. M40.4 refers to other specific kyphosis codes.

Question 3

Bursitis is the reduction in the mass of the bursa in a joint.

Accepted Answer

Bursitis is actually inflammation of the bursa, not a reduction in its mass.

Question 4

Rheumatoid arthritis of the spine is reported within category code M45.

Accepted Answer

Rheumatoid arthritis of the spine is indeed classified under category code M45.

Question 5

Sally Coder is coding the phrase "ankylosing spondylitis of the lumbar region." The main term to reference in the index is ankylosing.

Accepted Answer

The main term to reference in the index for coding "ankylosing spondylitis of the lumbar region" is "spondylitis," as "ankylosing" is a descriptor of the type of spondylitis.

Question 6

Dorsopathy is the complete fusion of the vertebrae.

Accepted Answer

Dorsopathy refers to any disease or disorder affecting the back or spine, including conditions such as degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or scoliosis. Complete fusion of the vertebrae is a condition called ankylosing spondylitis, which is not synonymous with dorsopathy.

Question 7

Julia is a gymnast who has had knee pain for the last two weeks. After examination it is determined that she has prepatellar bursitis of the left knee. This would be reported with code _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Julia is a gymnast who has had...

Question 8

Ganglion of the left ankle and foot would be reported with code _____.

Accepted Answer

M67.472 is the correct code for ganglion of the left ankle and foot as it specifically identifies the location of the ganglion. A is incorrect because it does not identify the location. B is incorrect because it does not specify "left" side. C is incorrect because it is a non-specific code for "ganglion" without specifying the location.

Question 9

Nontraumatic rupture of the right lower leg muscle would be reported with code____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Nontraumatic rupture of the right lower leg...

Question 10

A painful disease of the autoimmune system in which the synovial membranes are inflamed and thickened is _____.

Accepted Answer

Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful disease of the autoimmune system in which the synovial membranes are inflamed and thickened. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease, osteoporosis is a bone-thinning disease, and collagen disease refers to a group of autoimmune diseases that affect connective tissue.

Question 11

Lumbago and low back pain are reported with the same code.

Accepted Answer

Lumbago and low back pain are reported with the same code, which is M54.5 in the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11).

Question 12

Enteropathic arthropathy is reported from category _____.

Accepted Answer

Enteropathic arthropathy is classified under category M07 according to the ICD-10 coding system. This category specifically deals with arthropathies associated with gastrointestinal conditions, which is what enteropathic arthropathy refers to.

Question 13

Chondropathies are reported with code block M91-M94.

Accepted Answer

Chondropathies are reported with ICD-10-CM codes in the M91-M94 range, which includes various types of cartilage disorders such as osteochondritis, chondromalacia, and other degenerative conditions.

Question 14

Infective myositis of the left thigh would be reported with a code for the myositis and a code for the infectious agent, if the agent was known.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Infective myositis of the left thigh would require two codes to be reported, one for the myositis and one for the infectious agent, if the agent is known.

Question 15

Right forearm interstitial myositis is reported with code _____.

Accepted Answer

According to ICD-10-CM, interstitial myositis is classified under category M60.1- (Other idiopathic inflammatory myopathies), and the specific code for right forearm interstitial myositis is M60.131 (Interstitial myositis, right forearm).

Question 16

Myositis ossificans progressiva of the left hand is reported with code ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Myositis ossificans progressiva of the left hand...

Question 17

Any disorder of the spinal cord is known as _____.

Accepted Answer

Myelopathy refers specifically to disorders of the spinal cord, while dorsopathy and spondyopathy are broader terms that can refer to any disorder of the back or spine. Myopathy refers to disorders of the muscles.

Question 18

Systematic autoimmune diseases are included in code block M30-M36.

Accepted Answer

Systematic autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and systemic sclerosis are included in code block M30-M36 of the ICD-10-CM coding system.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a cause of osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C malabsorption does not directly cause osteoporosis. However, vitamin C plays a role in the formation of collagen which is an important component of bone tissue. A deficiency in vitamin C can contribute to decreased bone density, but it is not a direct cause of osteoporosis. Malnutrition, inadequate calcium intake, and estrogen deficiency are all known causes of osteoporosis.

Question 20

For certain conditions a bone may be affected at the upper or lower end. For these conditions the site designation will be the joint, not the bone.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For certain conditions a bone may be...

Quiz 18: Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue