The Star Symbol Next to a CPT Code Indicates

question 12

Multiple Choice

The star symbol next to a CPT code indicates:

• A) a code whose description has been changed since the last edition of CPT.
• B) that the code may be used to report telemedicine services when modifier 95 is appended.
• C) identifies codes that are not permitted to be appended with modifier 52 Multiple Procedures.
• D) identifies a new code, one that is in the CPT book for the first time.

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Definitions:

Advertising

The activity or profession of producing advertisements for commercial products or services to increase sales or public awareness.

Property Taxes

Taxes paid by property owners on their real estate and personal property, usually imposed by local governments based on the assessed value of the property.

Flow-through

A business entity that passes income to the owners or investors, avoiding corporate income tax, including S corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.

C Corporation

A corporate legal framework where the entity is distinct for tax purposes from its owners or shareholders.