Which code set is used to bill items such as durable medical equipment and ambulance services?
- A. HCPCS Level II
- B. ICD-10-CM
- C. ICD-10-PCS
- D. NDC only
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A. HCPCS Level II
HCPCS Level II covers supplies, equipment and some services.
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How does a PPO plan usually differ from an HMO plan?
- A. Patients can never see specialists
- B. Patients can go out of network, usually at higher cost
- C. Patients pay nothing for any visit
- D. Patients must use only one hospital in the whole state
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B. Patients can go out of network, usually at higher cost
PPOs offer more choice with higher out-of-network costs.
What is the main purpose of a superbill or encounter form?
- A. To schedule future visits
- B. To record services and diagnoses
- C. To record vital signs only
- D. To list the office staff on duty
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B. To record services and diagnoses
The encounter form captures what was done and why, so the claim can be coded and billed.
Which information is needed to verify insurance before a visit?
- A. The patient's favorite pharmacy
- B. The plan, member ID and coverage dates
- C. The patient's hobbies
- D. The provider's home address
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B. The plan, member ID and coverage dates
Checking these details confirms the patient is covered on the visit date.
The provider orders amoxicillin suspension 250 mg by mouth. The concentration on the bottle is 125 mg per 5 mL.
How many milliliters should be measured for the ordered dose?
- A. 10 mL
- B. 5 mL
- C. 2.5 mL
- D. 20 mL
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A. 10 mL
250 mg ordered divided by 125 mg per 5 mL equals 2 times 5 mL, which is 10 mL.
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