The Importance of Billing Codes and Reimbursement for Services Cannot

question 14

Multiple Choice

The importance of billing codes and reimbursement for services cannot be overstated. Which of the following responses are true regarding accurate code input and claims processing?

• A)CPT codes were grouped into services by the first digit followed by four more digits that further described the procedure.
• B)The number 9 is reserved for visits related to evaluation and management procedures.
• C)The CPT code 99211 is an office visit and used for injections.
• D)Two digit modifiers are used to further distinguish services and procedures altering the billing process.
• E)Inaccurate code input will delay claims processing.
• F)None of the above.

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