Chapter 3: Importance of CPT Codes Flashcards
1
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What does CPT Codes provide?
A
Uniform language and accurately describes medical, surgical, and diagnostic services and procedures.
2
Q
Why does Insurance claims require CPT codes to?
A
Describe the services and procedures that are provided to the patient.
3
Q
Encounter forms list the most common procedures (and the CPT) provided in the office and serve as?
A
A source document for submitting medical claims to the payer.
4
Q
Why does Preauthorization forms use CPT codes to?
A
Request health insurance approval for the patient’s procedure, testing, equipment or medication.
5
Q
Why does large medical practices can use CPT codes to?
A
Track the prevalence and value of certain procedures and services.
