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Total 148 questions | Updated On: Apr 25, 2024
Question 1

An incision is made in the scalp, a craniectomy is performed to access the area where electrodes are present. The electrodes are removed. The surgical wound is closed. What procedure code is reported? 


Section: 60000 Series 


Answer: B
Question 2

Which place of service code is submitted on the claim for a service that is performed in an outpatient surgical
floor?

Section: Compliance and Regulatory 


Answer: C
Question 3

A 42-year-old with chronic left trochanteric bursitis is scheduled to receive an injection at the Pain Clinic. A 22- gauge spinal needle is introduced into the trochanteric bursa under ultrasonic guidance, and a total volume of 8 cc of normal saline and 40 mg of Kenalog was injected. What CPT® code should be reported for the surgical procedure?


Section: 20000 Series 


Answer: C
Question 4

A 60-year-old male suffering from degenerative disc disease at the L3-L4 and L5-S1 levels was placed under general anesthesia. Using an anterior approach, the L3-L4 disc space was exposed. Using blunt dissection, the disc space was cleaned. The disc space was then sized and trialed. Excellent placement and insertion of the artificial disc at L3-L4 was noted. The area was inspected and there was no compression of any nerve roots. Same procedure was performed on L5-S1 level. Peritoneum was then allowed to return to normal anatomic position and entire area was copiously irrigated. The wound was closed in a layered fashion. The patient tolerated the discectomy and arthroplasty well and was returned to recovery in good condition. What CPT® coding is reported for this procedure?


Section: 20000 Series 


Answer: B
Question 5

Patient with erectile dysfunction is presenting for a penile implant. An inflatable penile prosthesis is inserted. What CPT® code is reported for this service?


Section: 50000 Series 


Answer: B
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Total Questions: 148
Last Updated: Apr 25, 2024