HCPCS Level II Code Set Flashcards
1
Q
What is HCPCS Level II?
A
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System is a standardized code set used in the outpatient setting to report products, supplies, and services not included in the CPT code set.
2
Q
Who maintains the HCPCS Level II Code Set?
A
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
3
Q
What services are a part of HCPCS?
A
Durable Medical Equipment(DME), Drugs, Ambulance Services, Nutrition Therapy, Dentistry, and Vision
4
Q
When do you use HCPCS codes?
A
When a CPT code is not available for the service or if the HCPCS code is more specific
5
Q
What is an HCPCS Level II code made up of?
A
Five alphanumeric characters with a letter as the first character
6
Q
What does the HCPCS National Panel do?
A
They convert temporary codes to permanent codes.
