Question 1

Another term for caput medusae is:

Accepted Answer

Caput medusae is a term used to describe the appearance of distended and engorged paraumbilical veins, which occurs as a result of portal hypertension. This condition causes blood to be rerouted around the liver through smaller, collateral veins, leading to the visible pattern on the abdomen.

Question 2

Procedures performed on the appendix organ are found in which code range?

Accepted Answer

Procedures performed on the appendix are coded within the range of 44900-44979 in the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system. This range includes various types of appendectomy procedures and other related surgeries.

Question 3

The sliding of one part of the intestine into another is called:

Accepted Answer

Intussusception occurs when one part of the intestine slides into an adjacent part, causing a blockage. This condition can lead to decreased blood flow to the affected part of the intestine.

Question 4

The antrum is the ________ part of the stomach:

Accepted Answer

The antrum is the lower part of the stomach, where the stomach narrows to join the pyloric canal.

Question 5

The part of the oral cavity outside the dentoalveolar structures is the:

Accepted Answer

The vestibule is the part of the oral cavity that lies outside the dentoalveolar structures, which is the area between the teeth/gums and the lips/cheeks.

Question 6

The subtotal division of the pancreas involves the:

Accepted Answer

The answer of The subtotal division of the pancreas involves...

Question 7

Select the correct flow of the digestive system:

Accepted Answer

The correct flow of the digestive system starts with the mouth, then moves to the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and finally exits through the anus.

Question 8

An indirect inguinal hernia is one that:

Accepted Answer

An indirect inguinal hernia occurs when abdominal contents protrude through the inguinal canal and can extend into the scrotum.

Question 9

The oral two-thirds refers to:

Accepted Answer

The oral two-thirds of the tongue refers to the anterior portion of the tongue, which is the part that lies in the oral cavity in front of the sulcus terminalis.

Question 10

What are the four classifications of malocclusion?

Accepted Answer

Malocclusion is classified into normal (or Class I), Class II, and Class III, based on the alignment of the upper and lower teeth and how they fit together.

Question 11

When coding hernia repair, the coder must ask himself/herself several questions. All of the following are necessary questions regarding hernia repair except:

Accepted Answer

The question of whether a hernia is acute or chronic is not typically a determining factor in coding hernia repair. The type of hernia, the patient's age, and whether the hernia is reducible versus incarcerated or strangulated are more relevant factors for accurate coding.

Question 12

The subsection "Diseases of Oral Cavity, Salivary Glands, and Jaws" contains codes to describe all of the following conditions except:

Accepted Answer

The subsection "Diseases of Oral Cavity, Salivary Glands, and Jaws" in medical coding systems like ICD-10 typically includes conditions related to the structure, development, and diseases of the teeth, oral cavity, and salivary glands, such as ankylosis of teeth, abnormalities of size and form of teeth, and hereditary disturbances in tooth structure. However, a broken tooth due to trauma is more accurately categorized under injuries, which are coded separately from diseases and conditions.

Question 13

Cholelithotripsy is:

Accepted Answer

Cholelithotripsy refers to the process of crushing gallstones, allowing them to be expelled or removed more easily, rather than any form of incision, examination, or bariatric procedure.

Question 14

Which modifier contains the description "Discontinued Procedure"?

Accepted Answer

Modifier 53 is used to indicate a procedure that was started but discontinued.

Question 15

Chronic inflammation disease primarily of the bowel is:

Accepted Answer

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus, leading to a wide range of symptoms. It is characterized by chronic inflammation.

Question 16

In the subsection "Diseases of Esophagus, Stomach, and Duodenum" ulcer of the esophagus is further divided based on:

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the subsection "Diseases of Esophagus, Stomach,...

Question 17

Select the correct list of decisions needed to accurately code for a repair of the mouth procedure:

Accepted Answer

The correct list of decisions needed to accurately code for a repair of the mouth procedure includes size, site, anterior/posterior, laterality, entire arch, and complexity. These factors are essential for determining the appropriate coding and billing for the procedure.

Question 18

Where does a peptic ulcer occur?

Accepted Answer

Peptic ulcers commonly occur in the duodenum, which is the first part of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach.

Question 19

Ascites is:

Accepted Answer

Ascites refers to the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, which is the space within the abdomen that houses the intestines, liver, and other organs.

Question 20

The large intestine is divided into four parts:

Accepted Answer

The large intestine is divided into four main parts: the ascending colon, the transverse colon, the descending colon, and the sigmoid colon. Choices A and D include parts of the small intestine (ileum, jejunum), and B lists the cecum but misses the sigmoid colon, which is a crucial part of the large intestine.

Quiz 12: Surgery Section: Digestive System