AAPC CPC FINAL TEST WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. When coding in operative report what action would
NOT be recommended?
2. If an NCD doesn't exist for a particular service/pro-
cedure performed on a Medicare patient who deter-
mines coverage?
Coding from the
header with out
reading the body
of ...
AAPC CPC FINAL TEST WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. When coding in operative report what action would Coding from the
NOT be recommended? header with out
reading the body
of the report
2. If an NCD doesn't exist for a particular service/pro- Medicare admin-
cedure performed on a Medicare patient who deter- istrative contractor
mines coverage? (MAC)
3. MAC stands for what!? Medicare adminis-
trative contractor
4. What is the definition of coding? Translating
documentation
into
numerical/alpha-
betical codes
used to obtain
reimbursement.
5. How many components should be included in an ef- 7
fective compliance plan?
6. Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin? Acts as a gland
by synthesizing vi-
tamin A.
7. What is affected by myasthenia gravis? Neuromuscular
junction
8. The term "episiotomy" Best describes a procedure of An incision made
what type? into the perineum
to enlarge the pas-
sage for the fetus
during delivery
9. A patient is diagnosed with inflammation of the testes Orchiepididymitis
and epididymis. The medical term for this condition
is:
, AAPC CPC FINAL TEST WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
10. A condition where the thyroid is overactive is called: Thyrotoxicosis
11. What does ICD 10 CM stand for? International clas-
sification of dis-
eases - 10th re-
vised - clinical
modification
12. What is the sequencing order when coding a sequela The residual con-
(late effect)? dition is coded
first, in the code(s)
for the cause of
the late effect are
coded as sec-
ondary
13. What is the ICD 10 CM code for hives? L50.9
14. 20-year-old comes into the ED with symptoms of a G03.9
severe headache, vomiting, stiff neck, and fever. The
ED physician suspects that the meningitis is bacterial
and performs a lumber puncture. The ED physician
reviews the results in the patient is admitted in the
hospital for meningitis. The ED physician suspects
that the meningitis is bacterial. Which ICD 10 CM code
is reported by the ED physician?
15. 45 year old female with malignant Mullerian duct can- Z51.11, C57.7
cer is receiving her first treatment of chemotherapy.
What diagnosis codes are reported?
16. The patient is a 12 month old with a history of muscle M62.81
weakness. Unfortunately his etiology is unknown and
to help delineate the diagnosis neurology has con-
sulted us to obtain a right biceps muscle biopsy. What
diagnosis code is reported?
17. The provider orders the following serum blood tests Z02.1
as part of a pre-employment physical exam. The
patient goes to the local hospital for the follow-
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller MERCYTRISHIA. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $9.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
