Question 1

In ICD-10, the selection of the final code must in some cases include which character found only in the tabular list?
A)5th
B)6th
C)7th
D)8th

Accepted Answer

The answer of In ICD-10, the selection of the final...

Question 2

ICD-10-PCS procedure codes contain seven alphanumeric characters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The ICD-10-PCS is a system of __________ codes used to report hospital inpatient services.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ICD-10-PCS is a system of __________...

Question 4

ICD-10 codes can include two more characters than the maximum number of characters in ICD-9 codes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

One of the major changes in ICD-10 is that code extensions were added for injuries and external causes of injuries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right side, left side, or bilateral (both sides), a new feature referred to as:
A)generality.
B)specificity.
C)laterality.
D)directionality.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right...

Question 7

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 2" means that the code excluded:
A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition.
B)should never be used with the listed code.
C)is rarely used with the listed code.
D)is always used with the listed code.

Accepted Answer

may be reported with

Question 8

A conversion tool is used to:
A)transfer data from a paper to electronic format.
B)provide the means for file encryption for data security purposes.
C)assist in transitioning data from one format or system to another.
D)perform higher mathematical functions.

Accepted Answer

assist in transition

Question 9

Explain how a placeholder character is used in ICD-10-CM.

Accepted Answer

A placeholder is an "empty" ch

Question 10

ICD-10-CM will be used to report diagnoses in which of the following settings?
A)Physician offices
B)Hospital inpatient and outpatient departments
C)Clinics and ambulatory surgical centers
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of ICD-10-CM will be used to report diagnoses...

Question 11

The higher level of specificity of ICD-10 codes allows for:
A)faster claims payment.
B)greater richness of data for analysis.
C)limited use for medical research.
D)more automated claims processing.

Accepted Answer

greater ri

Question 12

To assist with the conversion from ICD-9 to ICD-10, what policy was put in place in regard to both code sets?
A)A partial freeze on coding changes
B)A complete freeze on coding changes
C)Elimination of 20% of existing codes
D)Elimination of 30% of existing codes

Accepted Answer

A partial

Question 13

Which current coding system will ICD-10 replace?
A)ICD-9-CM Volume 1
B)ICD-9-CM Volume 2
C)ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 and 2
D)HCPCS

Accepted Answer

ICD-9-CM V

Question 14

One professional organization that is offering a free online conversion tool for students and healthcare professionals is the:
A)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
B)World Health Organization.
C)3M.
D)American Academy of Professional Coders.

Accepted Answer

American A

Question 15

A crosswalk is an example of a(n) __________ tool.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A crosswalk is an example of a(n)...

Question 16

How many characters are used in ICD-10 codes?
A)2 to 4
B)3 to 5
C)2 to 8
D)3 to 7

Accepted Answer

The answer of How many characters are used in ICD-10...

Question 17

The second step in locating an ICD-10 code is to:
A)locate the term in the alphabetic index.
B)verify the term in the tabular listing.
C)read all relevant notations that appear in the alphabetic index.
D)read all relevant notations that appear in the tabular listing.

Accepted Answer

verify the

Question 18

What is a placeholder?
A)A character or digit in a certain position that allows for future expansion
B)A temporary code used until the final code is approved
C)A medical coder who has not received certification
D)A crosswalk listing directly linking one code to another

Accepted Answer

A character or digit

Question 19

What changes made in ICD-10-CM affect the reporting of diabetes mellitus?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM includes revised dia

Question 20

Health __________ is the professional field that involves the creation and maintenance of medical and health records.

Accepted Answer

informatio

In ICD-10, the selection of the final code must in some cases include which character found only in the tabular list? A)5th B)6th C)7th D)8th

ICD-10-PCS procedure codes contain seven alphanumeric characters.

The ICD-10-PCS is a system of __________ codes used to report hospital inpatient services.

ICD-10 codes can include two more characters than the maximum number of characters in ICD-9 codes.

One of the major changes in ICD-10 is that code extensions were added for injuries and external causes of injuries.

ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right side, left side, or bilateral (both sides), a new feature referred to as: A)generality. B)specificity. C)laterality. D)directionality.

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 2" means that the code excluded: A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition. B)should never be used with the listed code. C)is rarely used with the listed code. D)is always used with the listed code.

A conversion tool is used to: A)transfer data from a paper to electronic format. B)provide the means for file encryption for data security purposes. C)assist in transitioning data from one format or system to another. D)perform higher mathematical functions.

Explain how a placeholder character is used in ICD-10-CM.

ICD-10-CM will be used to report diagnoses in which of the following settings? A)Physician offices B)Hospital inpatient and outpatient departments C)Clinics and ambulatory surgical centers D)All of the above

The higher level of specificity of ICD-10 codes allows for: A)faster claims payment. B)greater richness of data for analysis. C)limited use for medical research. D)more automated claims processing.

To assist with the conversion from ICD-9 to ICD-10, what policy was put in place in regard to both code sets? A)A partial freeze on coding changes B)A complete freeze on coding changes C)Elimination of 20% of existing codes D)Elimination of 30% of existing codes

Which current coding system will ICD-10 replace? A)ICD-9-CM Volume 1 B)ICD-9-CM Volume 2 C)ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 and 2 D)HCPCS

One professional organization that is offering a free online conversion tool for students and healthcare professionals is the: A)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. B)World Health Organization. C)3M. D)American Academy of Professional Coders.

A crosswalk is an example of a(n) __________ tool.

How many characters are used in ICD-10 codes? A)2 to 4 B)3 to 5 C)2 to 8 D)3 to 7

The second step in locating an ICD-10 code is to: A)locate the term in the alphabetic index. B)verify the term in the tabular listing. C)read all relevant notations that appear in the alphabetic index. D)read all relevant notations that appear in the tabular listing.

What is a placeholder? A)A character or digit in a certain position that allows for future expansion B)A temporary code used until the final code is approved C)A medical coder who has not received certification D)A crosswalk listing directly linking one code to another

What changes made in ICD-10-CM affect the reporting of diabetes mellitus?

Health __________ is the professional field that involves the creation and maintenance of medical and health records.

Introduction to Professional Billing and Coding Careers

Understanding Managed Care: Insurance Plans

Understanding Managed Care: Medical Contracts and Ethics

Hipaa: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996

ICD-9-CM Medical Coding

Introduction to Cpt and Place of Service Coding

Coding Procedures and Services

Hcpcs and Coding Compliance

Auditing

Physician Medical Billing

Hospital Medical Billing

Medicare Medical Billing

Medicaid Medical Billing

Tricare Medical Billing

Explanation of Benefits and Payment Adjudication

Refunds and Appeals

Workers Compensation

Electronic Medical Claims Processing

Filters

Exam 6: ICD-10-CM Medical Coding

In ICD-10, the selection of the final code must in some cases include which character found only in the tabular list? A)5th B)6th C)7th D)8th

ICD-10-PCS procedure codes contain seven alphanumeric characters.

The ICD-10-PCS is a system of __________ codes used to report hospital inpatient services.

ICD-10 codes can include two more characters than the maximum number of characters in ICD-9 codes.

One of the major changes in ICD-10 is that code extensions were added for injuries and external causes of injuries.

ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right side, left side, or bilateral (both sides), a new feature referred to as: A)generality. B)specificity. C)laterality. D)directionality.

In ICD-10, the notation "Excludes 2" means that the code excluded: A)may be reported with the listed code as a second condition. B)should never be used with the listed code. C)is rarely used with the listed code. D)is always used with the listed code.

A conversion tool is used to: A)transfer data from a paper to electronic format. B)provide the means for file encryption for data security purposes. C)assist in transitioning data from one format or system to another. D)perform higher mathematical functions.

Explain how a placeholder character is used in ICD-10-CM.

ICD-10-CM will be used to report diagnoses in which of the following settings? A)Physician offices B)Hospital inpatient and outpatient departments C)Clinics and ambulatory surgical centers D)All of the above

The higher level of specificity of ICD-10 codes allows for: A)faster claims payment. B)greater richness of data for analysis. C)limited use for medical research. D)more automated claims processing.

To assist with the conversion from ICD-9 to ICD-10, what policy was put in place in regard to both code sets? A)A partial freeze on coding changes B)A complete freeze on coding changes C)Elimination of 20% of existing codes D)Elimination of 30% of existing codes

Which current coding system will ICD-10 replace? A)ICD-9-CM Volume 1 B)ICD-9-CM Volume 2 C)ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 and 2 D)HCPCS

One professional organization that is offering a free online conversion tool for students and healthcare professionals is the: A)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. B)World Health Organization. C)3M. D)American Academy of Professional Coders.

A crosswalk is an example of a(n) __________ tool.

How many characters are used in ICD-10 codes? A)2 to 4 B)3 to 5 C)2 to 8 D)3 to 7

The second step in locating an ICD-10 code is to: A)locate the term in the alphabetic index. B)verify the term in the tabular listing. C)read all relevant notations that appear in the alphabetic index. D)read all relevant notations that appear in the tabular listing.

What is a placeholder? A)A character or digit in a certain position that allows for future expansion B)A temporary code used until the final code is approved C)A medical coder who has not received certification D)A crosswalk listing directly linking one code to another

What changes made in ICD-10-CM affect the reporting of diabetes mellitus?

Health __________ is the professional field that involves the creation and maintenance of medical and health records.

Introduction to Professional Billing and Coding Careers

Understanding Managed Care: Insurance Plans

Understanding Managed Care: Medical Contracts and Ethics

Hipaa: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996

ICD-9-CM Medical Coding

Introduction to Cpt and Place of Service Coding

Coding Procedures and Services

Hcpcs and Coding Compliance

Auditing

Physician Medical Billing

Hospital Medical Billing

Medicare Medical Billing

Medicaid Medical Billing

Tricare Medical Billing

Explanation of Benefits and Payment Adjudication

Refunds and Appeals

Workers Compensation

Electronic Medical Claims Processing

Filters