HCPCS Level II Coding Guidelines: Master the Official Rules for Accurate Medical Coding

Question 1

According to HCPCS Level II coding guidelines, which of the following statements about supplies is true?

Accepted Answer

Supplies can be coded separately if they are medically necessary

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Supplies are always bundled into the procedure code

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Supplies can be coded separately only if they are listed in the CPT manual

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Supplies are never coded separately

Question 2

What is the main purpose of the J-code series in HCPCS Level II?

Accepted Answer

To represent unlisted services or procedures

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To identify services that are experimental or investigational

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To indicate temporary codes

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To bundle commonly performed services together

Question 3

Which of the following is a key requirement for using a modifier in HCPCS Level II coding?

Accepted Answer

The modifier must be supported by medical documentation

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The modifier must be listed in the code description

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The modifier must be approved by the insurance carrier

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The modifier can be used with any code

Question 4

Which of the following codes indicates a procedure that is considered non-separately reported?

Accepted Answer

N-code

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C-code

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G-code

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Q-code

Question 5

When a procedure is performed in a different body region than the one indicated in the code descriptor, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Add the appropriate anatomical modifier

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Use an unlisted code

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Do not code for the service

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Report the service as a narrative

Question 6

What is the main difference between a temporary and permanent modifier?

Accepted Answer

Temporary modifiers expire after a certain period, while permanent modifiers do not

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Temporary modifiers are used for services that are not expected to be repeated, while permanent modifiers are used for ongoing services

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Temporary modifiers are used for new patients, while permanent modifiers are used for established patients

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There is no difference between temporary and permanent modifiers

Question 7

When a procedure is performed on both sides of the body, how should the code be modified?

Accepted Answer

Add a modifier to specify the side on which the procedure was performed.

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Double the code number.

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Multiply the code value by two.

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Leave the code unchanged.

Question 8

When reporting a service that is not defined in the HCPCS Level II codebook, which type of code should be used?

Accepted Answer

Unlisted code

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CPT code

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ICD-10 code

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V code

Question 9

Which type of HCPCS Level II modifier indicates a difference in the patient's condition?

Accepted Answer

Status modifier

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Evaluation and Management (E/M) modifier

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Place of Service (POS) modifier

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Time modifier

Question 10

Explain the distinction between a code and a modifier in HCPCS Level II.

Accepted Answer

Codes identify procedures and services, while modifiers provide additional information about the code.

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Modifiers identify procedures and services, while codes provide additional information about the modifier.

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Codes and modifiers both identify procedures and services.

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There is no difference between a code and a modifier in HCPCS Level II.

Question 11

What type of modifier indicates the anatomical location of a procedure?

Accepted Answer

LT and RT

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AA and AP

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XS and XE

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HC and HD

Question 12

When coding multiple procedures performed on the same day, which rule should be followed?

Accepted Answer

Modifiers should be used to differentiate between the procedures.

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The procedures should be listed in alphabetical order.

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All procedures should be assigned the same place of service.

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The primary procedure should be listed last.

Question 13

What is the purpose of the 'J1' modifier?

Accepted Answer

To indicate a bundled procedure.

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To show that a procedure is not covered by insurance.

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To identify a procedure that is performed on a joint.

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To signify that a procedure is experimental.

Question 14

How should a procedure that is performed on both the right and left sides of the body be coded?

Accepted Answer

Use the 'LT' and 'RT' modifiers.

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Use the 'AA' and 'AP' modifiers.

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Use the 'XS' and 'XE' modifiers.

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Use the 'HC' and 'HD' modifiers.

Question 15

What is the primary reason for coding anatomical structures and regions in HCPCS Level II?

Accepted Answer

To specify the location of the medical procedure or service

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To determine the cost of the medical procedure or service

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To indicate the patient's age and gender

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To provide information about the patient's medical history

Question 16

Where can you find the most up-to-date official HCPCS Level II coding guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website

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American Medical Association (AMA) website

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Local hospital's coding department

Question 17

When reporting multiple units of the same service performed on the same date of service, which modifier should be used?

Accepted Answer

-U

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-LT

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-AA

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-59

Question 18

When utilizing the "unlisted" code, what is required to be submitted with the claim?

Accepted Answer

Detailed description of the service

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Patient's chart notes

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CPT code

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Physician's order

Question 19

Which of the following statements best describes the rule for using the "-59" modifier?

Accepted Answer

Indicates a service or procedure that is distinct and separate from other services or procedures performed on the same day.

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Indicates a service or procedure that is included in another service or procedure.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a general convention for coding HCPCS Level II codes?

Accepted Answer

Capitalization is required for digits in a code.

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Leading zeros are not used for place holding.

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Decimal points are not used in HCPCS.

Question 21

What is the purpose of the 'X' modifier?

Accepted Answer

To indicate a procedure performed more than once on the same day by the same provider and on the same side of the body.

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To indicate a procedure performed on a different date of service.

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To indicate a procedure that is not covered by insurance.

Question 22

What is the correct order for reporting multiple procedures on the same day?

Accepted Answer

Primary procedure, secondary procedure, tertiary procedure

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Tertiary procedure, primary procedure, secondary procedure

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Secondary procedure, primary procedure, tertiary procedure

Question 23

Which of the following is a guideline for coding bilateral procedures?

Accepted Answer

Must be reported with a bilateral modifier if performed on both sides.

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May be reported with a unilateral modifier if only one side is performed.

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Must be reported on separate lines if performed on both sides.

Question 24

What is the purpose of the 'N' modifier?

Accepted Answer

To indicate a service or supply that is not normally covered by Medicare or a Part B carrier.

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To indicate a service or supply that is experimental.

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To indicate a service or supply that is being denied.