To Ensure Reimbursement at the Highest Allowed Level, CPT Codes

question 46

Multiple Choice

To ensure reimbursement at the highest allowed level, CPT codes must ____.

• A) include codes and modifiers that reflect the services performed
• B) include only the modifiers
• C) include all of the unbundled procedures
• D) reflect a procedure or service higher than what was actually performed
• E) reflect a procedure or service lower than what was actually performed

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Definitions:

High Protein

A diet or nutritional plan emphasizing increased consumption of proteins, which are essential nutrients for the body's tissue repair and growth.

Soft Texture

The quality of a material or surface that is smooth, plush, or gentle to the touch.

Very-Low-Calorie

Referring to a dietary plan that drastically restricts calorie intake to promote quick weight loss.

Weight-Loss Program

A structured plan designed to help individuals lose weight through diet, exercise, and sometimes behavioral therapy.