Question 1

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 1" means that the code excluded:
A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition.
B)should never be used with the listed code.
C)is rarely used with the listed code.
D)is always used with the listed code.

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Question 2

In regard to ICD conversion tools, GEM stands for:
A)Geographical Equivalence Mappings.
B)General Evaluation Mappings.
C)General Equivalence Mappings.
D)Greatest Equivalence Mappings.

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Question 3

One professional organization that is offering a free online conversion tool for students and healthcare professionals is the:
A)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
B)World Health Organization.
C)3M.
D)American Academy of Professional Coders.

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Question 4

The hierarchical structure of ICD-10 is:
A)completely different from ICD-9.
B)very different from ICD-9.
C)very similar to ICD-9.
D)exactly the same as ICD-9.

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A)completely different...

Question 5

The higher level of specificity of ICD-10 codes allows for:
A)faster claims payment.
B)greater richness of data for analysis.
C)limited use for medical research.
D)more automated claims processing.

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Question 6

General Equivalence Mappings are files published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to be used as:
A)reference mappings.
B)direct one-to-one mappings.
C)expanded crosswalks.
D)translation tables.

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Question 7

With the implementation of ICD-10, which coding systems will remain in place as the official procedure codes for outpatient reporting?
A)CPT and HCPCS
B)CPT and NDC
C)HCPCS and ICD-9
D)NDC and HCPCS

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Question 8

Which character(s) in an ICD-10 code may be alpha or numeric?
A)1
B)1 through 3
C)7
D)4 through 7

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Question 9

When an ICD-9 code does not map directly to an ICD-10 code, what process must take place to determine the correct code?
A)Conduct a clinical analysis based on the medical record.
B)First use a crosswalk and then check the result using an expanded mapping system.
C)Speak with the physician to ask for further clarification of the diagnosis.
D)Review the available ICD-10 codes and select one that is used for a similar diagnosis.

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Question 10

When a 7th character is part of an ICD-10 code, it:
A)will always have the same meaning.
B)may have a different meaning depending on the chapter in which it is listed.
C)may have a different meaning depending on how modifiers are used.
D)ICD-10 codes do not use seven characters.

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Question 11

Which of the following is a new feature of ICD-10?
A)Limited means for the addition of new codes
B)Obstetric codes by episode of care
C)Combination codes for poisonings and their associate external cause
D)One type of "excludes" note

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Question 12

The first character in an ICD-10 code:
A)is always alpha.
B)is always numeric.
C)is always 0.
D)can be alpha or numeric

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A)is...

Question 13

Some accounts payable software already in use in the United States has the ability to:
A)delete all ICD-9 codes from the database.
B)do a direct translation to ICD-10 codes.
C)accept and implement ICD-10 codes.
D)generate claims faster using both ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes.

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Question 14

The initial steps to locate an ICD-10 code are:
A)more involved than ICD-9.
B)less involved than ICD-9.
C)the same as the steps used for ICD-9.
D)different from the steps used for ICD-9.

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Question 15

What is a placeholder?
A)A character or digit in a certain position that allows for future expansion
B)A temporary code used until the final code is approved
C)A medical coder who has not received certification
D)A crosswalk listing directly linking one code to another

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A)A character or digit...

Question 16

General Equivalence Mappings files are available:
A)only to association members.
B)to be purchased for a fee.
C)to institutions but not to individual providers.
D)on a public domain basis.

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A)only to...

Question 17

ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right side, left side, or bilateral (both sides), a new feature referred to as:
A)generality.
B)specificity.
C)laterality.
D)directionality.

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Question 18

How many characters are used in ICD-10 codes?
A)2 to 4
B)3 to 5
C)2 to 8
D)3 to 7

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Question 19

The value of a coding system with the capability to easily expand and add new codes is that the codes:
A)will reflect advances in medicine and technology.
B)will allow for billing higher charges.
C)can be done by employees with less training.
D)have more flexibility for physicians who want to describe conditions differently.

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Question 20

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 2" means that the code excluded:
A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition.
B)should never be used with the listed code.
C)is rarely used with the listed code.
D)is always used with the listed code.

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Quiz 6: ICD-10-CM Medical Coding

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 1" means that the code excluded: A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition. B)should never be used with the listed code. C)is rarely used with the listed code. D)is always used with the listed code.

In regard to ICD conversion tools, GEM stands for: A)Geographical Equivalence Mappings. B)General Evaluation Mappings. C)General Equivalence Mappings. D)Greatest Equivalence Mappings.

One professional organization that is offering a free online conversion tool for students and healthcare professionals is the: A)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. B)World Health Organization. C)3M. D)American Academy of Professional Coders.

The hierarchical structure of ICD-10 is: A)completely different from ICD-9. B)very different from ICD-9. C)very similar to ICD-9. D)exactly the same as ICD-9.

The higher level of specificity of ICD-10 codes allows for: A)faster claims payment. B)greater richness of data for analysis. C)limited use for medical research. D)more automated claims processing.

General Equivalence Mappings are files published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to be used as: A)reference mappings. B)direct one-to-one mappings. C)expanded crosswalks. D)translation tables.

With the implementation of ICD-10, which coding systems will remain in place as the official procedure codes for outpatient reporting? A)CPT and HCPCS B)CPT and NDC C)HCPCS and ICD-9 D)NDC and HCPCS

Which character(s) in an ICD-10 code may be alpha or numeric? A)1 B)1 through 3 C)7 D)4 through 7

When a 7th character is part of an ICD-10 code, it: A)will always have the same meaning. B)may have a different meaning depending on the chapter in which it is listed. C)may have a different meaning depending on how modifiers are used. D)ICD-10 codes do not use seven characters.

Which of the following is a new feature of ICD-10? A)Limited means for the addition of new codes B)Obstetric codes by episode of care C)Combination codes for poisonings and their associate external cause D)One type of "excludes" note

The first character in an ICD-10 code: A)is always alpha. B)is always numeric. C)is always 0. D)can be alpha or numeric

Some accounts payable software already in use in the United States has the ability to: A)delete all ICD-9 codes from the database. B)do a direct translation to ICD-10 codes. C)accept and implement ICD-10 codes. D)generate claims faster using both ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes.

The initial steps to locate an ICD-10 code are: A)more involved than ICD-9. B)less involved than ICD-9. C)the same as the steps used for ICD-9. D)different from the steps used for ICD-9.

What is a placeholder? A)A character or digit in a certain position that allows for future expansion B)A temporary code used until the final code is approved C)A medical coder who has not received certification D)A crosswalk listing directly linking one code to another

General Equivalence Mappings files are available: A)only to association members. B)to be purchased for a fee. C)to institutions but not to individual providers. D)on a public domain basis.

ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right side, left side, or bilateral (both sides), a new feature referred to as: A)generality. B)specificity. C)laterality. D)directionality.

How many characters are used in ICD-10 codes? A)2 to 4 B)3 to 5 C)2 to 8 D)3 to 7

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 2" means that the code excluded: A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition. B)should never be used with the listed code. C)is rarely used with the listed code. D)is always used with the listed code.