Ch 19: Content Review

Question 1

What two words are important factors in coding hernia repairs?

Answer 1

Incarcerated/strangulated

Question 2

T/F: Code 45999 is the correct code to report an unlisted laparoscopic procedure of the anus.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The procedure used to develop an artificial opening through the abdominal wall is:

Answer 3

?? (Not cannulization)

Question 4

A gastrostomy tube is placed inside the stomach for:

Answer 4

Feeding purposes

Question 5

T/F: A common abbreviation for procedure code 43260 endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography is ERCP.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

T/F: When a colectomy is performed, a segment of the stomach is respected and an anastomosis is performed between the remaining ends.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

T/F: The correct code for an intraoperative colonic lavage is 44701.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

T/F: For a fine needle aspiration of the salivary gland, the correct code would be 42400.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

T/F: With the exception of incisional and central hernias, the use of mesh or other prosthesis is not separately reported when performing hernia repairs.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

The first step in choosing the correct digestive endoscopic procedure code is to identify the ______ of the procedure.

Answer 10

Extent

Question 11

T/F: The mucosal and submucosal tissue of the lips and cheeks are included in the oral cavity.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

When a diagnostic colonoscopy is coded, the code includes:

Answer 12

All of the above