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Surgical Coding Principles Flashcards

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  1. Which CPT code range covers procedures on the musculoskeletal system?

    Answer: 20000–29999

    CPT codes 20000–29999 are designated for musculoskeletal system procedures in the Surgery section.

  2. What does the global surgical package typically include?

    Answer: Pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care

    The global surgical package includes preoperative evaluation, the surgical procedure, and routine postoperative care within the global period.

  3. When a surgeon performs two separate procedures during the same operative session, which modifier is most commonly appended?

    Answer: -51

    Modifier -51 indicates multiple procedures performed during the same session by the same provider.

  4. Which term describes the surgical entry into a body cavity without an incision using a scope?

    Answer: Endoscopy

    Endoscopy refers to visualization of a body cavity or organ using a flexible or rigid scope inserted through a natural or artificial opening.

  5. A physician removes a 1.5 cm benign lesion from the back along with 0.3 cm margins. What is the excised diameter used for code selection?

    Answer: 2.1 cm

    Excised diameter = lesion size + widest margin on all sides, so 1.5 + 0.3 + 0.3 = 2.1 cm.

  6. Which modifier indicates a procedure was performed on the right side of the body?

    Answer: -RT

    Modifier -RT (Right side) is a HCPCS modifier used to identify procedures performed on the right side of the body.