Question 1

Where can one find an LVEF?

Accepted Answer

LVEF, which stands for Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction, is a measurement used in the medical field to assess how well the left ventricle of the heart pumps blood with each heartbeat. It is not associated with coding systems like D, A, or L codes directly. However, G codes were used in Medicare billing for functional reporting on patient status in therapy services, which could include assessments like LVEF in a clinical context. Therefore, among the given options, G codes are the most relevant to where one might find a reference to LVEF, although it's important to note that G codes themselves do not directly represent LVEF values but could be used in the reporting process related to patient care and therapy services that might assess LVEF.

Question 2

The route of administration through the muscular system is:

Accepted Answer

IM stands for intramuscular, which means the medication is administered directly into a muscle.

Question 3

Where are Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary) found in the HCPCS Level II manual?

Accepted Answer

Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary) are found in the G0000-G9999 range in the HCPCS Level II manual.

Question 4

What does ambulance services modifier "S" signify?

Accepted Answer

The ambulance services modifier "S" signifies the "Scene of accident or acute event."

Question 5

When both a Level I and Level II code are provided to describe the same service, but the code descriptions are not identical, what should the coder do?

Accepted Answer

Assigning the Level II code when it is more specific ensures that the coding is as accurate and detailed as possible, reflecting the exact service provided. Level II codes, often referred to as HCPCS Level II codes, are used to provide more specific details than the more general Level I CPT codes.

Question 6

In which code range are Orthotic Procedures and Devices found?

Accepted Answer

Orthotic procedures and devices are found in the code range L0112-L4631. This range is designated for orthotic and prosthetic procedures, including the fitting and adjustment of orthotic devices.

Question 7

The origin and destination "Hospital" is designated by which ambulance services modifier?

Accepted Answer

The modifier "H" is used to designate the origin and destination as "Hospital" in ambulance services coding.

Question 8

What general heading of codes is found in the A4000-A9999 code range?

Accepted Answer

The A4000-A9999 code range is designated for Medical and Surgical Supplies in medical coding systems such as the HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System).

Question 9

Procedures and devices used to support, align, or correct and thereby improve the function of body parts such as muscles, ligaments, or bones are called:

Accepted Answer

Orthotic procedures and devices are specifically designed to support, align, correct, or improve the function of movable parts of the body, such as muscles and bones. Orthotics can include braces and splints, which are used to support and correct the function of limbs and the spine.

Question 10

Codes for syringes, infusion sets, and breast pump supplies are found in general heading:

Accepted Answer

Syringes, infusion sets, and breast pump supplies are categorized under Medical and Surgical Supplies, as they are essential items used in medical procedures and patient care.

Question 11

Codes J0120-J8999 contain what general heading?

Accepted Answer

Codes J0120-J8999 are designated for "Drugs Administered Other than by Oral Method," which includes injectable drugs, infusions, and other non-oral routes of drug administration.

Question 12

Transportation Services, Including Ambulance, are found in which code range of HCPCS?

Accepted Answer

Transportation services, including ambulance, are found in the HCPCS code range A0000-A0999. This range is specifically designated for transportation services, which encompasses ambulance services among others.

Question 13

What does HCPCS Level II modifier AD signify?

Accepted Answer

HCPCS Level II modifier AD is used to indicate that a physician is providing medical supervision for more than four concurrent anesthesia procedures.

Question 14

Which of the following is not included in the table of drugs?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturer information is typically not included in a standard table of drugs, which usually focuses on the generic name, dose, and route of administration of the medication.

Question 15

The following are examples of durable medical equipment, which would be coded with a code from range E0100-E8002, except for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Dialysis supplies are not considered durable medical equipment in the context of coding with a code from range E0100-E8002. This range typically includes mobility aids such as canes, crutches, and wheelchairs, but not consumable medical supplies like dialysis items.

Question 16

Procedures and devices used to support, align, or correct and thereby improve the function of body parts such as muscles, ligaments, or bones are called:

Accepted Answer

Orthotic procedures and devices are specifically designed to support, align, correct, or improve the function of movable parts of the body, such as muscles and bones.

Question 17

Where are PTK codes located in HCPCS Level II?

Accepted Answer

PTK codes are located in the S codes section of HCPCS Level II, which is used for temporary national codes.

Question 18

Ambulance services modifier "N" represents:

Accepted Answer

The modifier "N" in ambulance services represents a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

Question 19

What is the correct format of category III codes?

Accepted Answer

Category III codes in the CPT coding system begin with four numeric digits followed by one alphabetic character.

Question 20

A patient is picked up at a physician's office and taken to the hospital. What would be the appropriate ambulance services modifier?

Accepted Answer

The appropriate ambulance services modifier for a patient picked up at a physician's office and taken to the hospital is "PH." This modifier indicates that the patient was picked up at a physician's office.

Quiz 20: HCPCS Level II: Category II and Category III Codes

Where can one find an LVEF?

The route of administration through the muscular system is:

Where are Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary) found in the HCPCS Level II manual?

What does ambulance services modifier "S" signify?

When both a Level I and Level II code are provided to describe the same service, but the code descriptions are not identical, what should the coder do?

In which code range are Orthotic Procedures and Devices found?

The origin and destination "Hospital" is designated by which ambulance services modifier?

What general heading of codes is found in the A4000-A9999 code range?

Procedures and devices used to support, align, or correct and thereby improve the function of body parts such as muscles, ligaments, or bones are called:

Codes for syringes, infusion sets, and breast pump supplies are found in general heading:

Codes J0120-J8999 contain what general heading?

Transportation Services, Including Ambulance, are found in which code range of HCPCS?

What does HCPCS Level II modifier AD signify?

Which of the following is not included in the table of drugs?

The following are examples of durable medical equipment, which would be coded with a code from range E0100-E8002, except for which of the following?

Procedures and devices used to support, align, or correct and thereby improve the function of body parts such as muscles, ligaments, or bones are called:

Where are PTK codes located in HCPCS Level II?

Ambulance services modifier "N" represents:

What is the correct format of category III codes?

A patient is picked up at a physician's office and taken to the hospital. What would be the appropriate ambulance services modifier?