CPT & Procedural Coding Flashcards
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CPT code 99213 is a typical example of which type of service?
Answer: Office or other outpatient established patient visit
CPT 99213 represents an office or other outpatient visit for an established patient requiring a medically appropriate history, exam, and medical decision-making of low complexity.
Which CPT code range covers Evaluation and Management (E/M) services?
Answer: 99202–99499
E/M services are represented by CPT codes in the 99202–99499 range, covering office visits, hospital care, consultations, and other evaluation services.
What does the CPT modifier -25 indicate?
Answer: Significant, separately identifiable E/M service on the same day as a procedure
Modifier -25 is appended to an E/M code to indicate that a significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management service was performed on the same day as a procedure.
In the CPT manual, what do Category II codes represent?
Answer: Performance measurement tracking codes
CPT Category II codes are supplemental tracking codes used for performance measurement and do not replace Category I codes.
Which CPT modifier is used to indicate a procedure was performed bilaterally?
Answer: -50
Modifier -50 is appended to a procedure code to report that the same procedure was performed on both sides of the body during the same operative session.
What is the global surgery package in CPT coding?
Answer: A defined period of pre- and post-operative care included in the surgical fee
The global surgery package includes the operation itself, standard pre-operative care, and routine post-operative care within the defined global period (0, 10, or 90 days).