AAPC Digestive System Coding 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which CPT code range covers procedures on the esophagus?
- 43020–43499 (Correct answer)
- 44010–44979
- 45000–45999
- 42000–42299
Correct answer: 43020–43499
CPT codes 43020–43499 cover surgical and endoscopic procedures performed on the esophagus.
Question 2: What CPT code describes a diagnostic colonoscopy with biopsy?
- 45380 (Correct answer)
- 45378
- 45385
- 45384
Correct answer: 45380
CPT 45380 describes a colonoscopy with biopsy of a single or multiple lesions.
Question 3: Which modifier is appended when a colonoscopy is attempted but only reaches the splenic flexure?
- -53
- -52 (Correct answer)
- -74
- -22
Correct answer: -52
Modifier -52 indicates a reduced service when the colonoscopy does not reach the intended extent (cecum).
Question 4: A patient undergoes an upper GI endoscopy (EGD) with ablation of a tumor. Which CPT code applies?
- 43228 (Correct answer)
- 43239
- 43270
- 43220
Correct answer: 43228
CPT 43228 describes an EGD with ablation of a tumor, polyp, or other lesion.
Question 5: CPT code 44950 describes which digestive system procedure?
- Appendectomy (Correct answer)
- Colostomy
- Colectomy
- Ileostomy
Correct answer: Appendectomy
CPT 44950 describes an open appendectomy.
Question 6: Which CPT code describes a laparoscopic cholecystectomy without cholangiography?
- 47562 (Correct answer)
- 47600
- 47610
- 47563
Correct answer: 47562
CPT 47562 describes a laparoscopic cholecystectomy without intraoperative cholangiography.
AAPC Digestive System Coding 1
Which CPT code range covers procedures on the esophagus?