AAPC AAPC Certifications AAPC-CPC Questions & Answers

• Question 31:

  An incision is made in the scalp, a craniectomy is performed to access the area where electrodes are present. The electrodes are removed. The surgical wound is closed. What procedure code is reported?

  A. 61850

  B. 61880

  C. 61535

  D. 61860

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 32:

  A cardiologist uses the hospital's equipment for a cardiac stress test as he doesn't own equipment for the test. He supervises the test and provides the interpretation and report of the test. What CPT?codes are reported?

  A. 93016, 93018

  B. 93015, 93018

  C. 93015, 93016

  D. 93016, 93017, 93018

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 33:

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  MR 007400

  Radiology Report

  Patient: J. Lowe Date of Service: 06/10/XX

  Age: 45

  MR#: 4589799

  Account #: 3216770

  Location: ABC Imaging Center

  Study: Mammogram bilateral screening, all views, producing direct digital image

  Reason: Screen

  Bilateral digital mammography with computer-aided detection (CAD)

  No previous mammograms are available for comparison.

  Clinical history: The patient has a positive family history (mother and sister) of breast cancer.

  Mammogram was read with the assistance of GE iCAD (computerized diagnostic) system.

  Findings: No dominant speculated mass or suspicious area of clustered pleomorphic microcalcifications is apparent Skin and nipples are seen to be normal. The axilla are unremarkable.

  What CPT?coding is reported for this case?

  A. 77067-50, Z80.3, Z12.31

  B. 77066, Z80.3, Z12.31

  C. 77067, Z12.31, Z80.3

  D. 77066-50, Z12.31, Z80.3

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 34:

  The gastroenterologist performs a simple excision of three external hemorrhoids and one internal hemorrhoid, each lying along the left lateral column. The operative report indicates that the internal hemorrhoid is not prolapsed and is outside of the anal canal.

  What CPT?and ICD-10CM codes are reported?

  A. 46320, 46945, K64.0, K64.9

  B. 46250, K64.0, K64.9

  C. 46255, K64.0, K64.4

  D. 46250, 46945, K64.0, K64.4

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 35:

  Which one of the following is an example of a case in which a diabetes-related problem exists and the code for diabetes is never sequenced first?

  A. If the patient has hyperglycemia that Is not responding to medication

  B. If the patient has an underdose of insulin due to an insulin pump malfunction

  C. If the patient is being treated for secondary diabetes

  D. If the patient is being treated for type 2 diabetes

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 36:

  A 20-year-old female is being seen for the first time by a primary care physician to have a yearly physical. During the examination for the physical, the provider discovers non- inflammed lesions on her legs and arms. The physician performs a complete physical and additional separate documentation for the treatment of the lesions on the bilateral upper and lower extremities. The provider has the patient buy an over-the-counter ointment and will continue to watch them.

  What CPT?coding is reported for this visit?

  A. 99385

  B. 99202

  C. 99385-25, 99203

  D. 99385, 99203-25

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 37:

  A 55-year-old patient was recently diagnosed with an enlarged goiter. It has been two years since her last visit to the endocrinologist. A new doctor in the exact same specialty group will be examining her. The physician performs a medically appropriate history and exam. The provider reviewed the TSH results and ultrasound. The provider orders a fine needle aspiration biopsy which is a minor procedure.

  What E/M code is reported?

  A. 99202

  B. 99214

  C. 99205

  D. 99213

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 38:

  An interventional radiologist performs an abdominal paracentesis in his office utilizing ultrasonic imaging guidance to remove excess fluid. What CPT?coding is reported?

  A. 49082, 76942

  B. 49083, 76942-26

  C. 49083

  D. 49082, 76942-26

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 39:

  A patient suffers a ruptured infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm requiring emergent endovascular repair. An aorto-aortic tube endograft is positioned in the aorta and a balloon dilation is performed at the proximal and distal seal zones of the endograft. The balloon angioplasty is performed for endoleak treatment.

  What CPT?code does the vascular surgeon use to report the procedure?

  A. 34702

  B. 34701

  C. 34707

  D. 34708

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 40:

  A 65-year-old gentleman presents for refill of medications and follow-up for his chronic conditions. The patient indicates good medicine compliance. No new symptoms or complaints.

  Appropriate history and exam are obtained. Labs that were ordered from previous visit were reviewed and discussed with patient. The following are the diagnoses and treatment:

  Hypokalemia - stable. Refill Potassium 20 MEQ

  Hypertension - blood pressure remaining stable. Patient states home readings have been in line with goals. Refill prescription Lisinopril.

  Esophageal Reflux - Patient denies any new symptoms. Stable condition. Continue taking over the counter Prevacid oral capsules, 1 every day.

  Patient is instructed to follow up in 3 months. Labs will be obtained prior to visit.

  What CPT?code is reported?

  A. 99212

  B. 99396

  C. 99397

  D. 99214

  Correct Answer: C