QUESTION 1. Instructions

Explain the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS). Why is HCPCS important to the coding world? What can be found when using HCPCS?

Next, code for the following scenario using Encoder Pro:

A woman has come into the physician’s office for a routine pap smear. From her past appointments, there has always been a screening completed for cervical or vaginal cancer as well as a pelvic and clinical breast examination.

Please code for the HCPCS procedure. Also, list your steps for finding the code.

Your complete assignment should be a minimum of two pages in length. Outside sources are not a requirement for this assignment.

QUESTION 2. 

1.Procedure code descriptions contain diagnostic information.

True

False

2.NOS stands for not otherwise specified.

True

False

3.Root operation is a device that remains in the body after the completion of a procedure.

True

False

4.The index is the ending point when selecting the code.

True

False

5.The character positioning on the table has little meaning.

True

False

6.NEC stands for not elsewhere classified.

True

False

7.The character meaning for M is the body system, the bursae, and ligaments.

True

False

8.By referencing the main term, a minimum of the three characters will appear in the index.

True

False

9.he Placement section identifier is 4.

True

False

10.The ICD-10-PCS uses seven-letter codes.

True

False

QUESTION 3.

Only Need To Be 100 words

What are the benefits of coders enhancing their terminology knowledge of anatomy and physiology to use ICD-10-CM/PCS? Do you feel that coders need this knowledge in order to become a coding specialist? Why, or why not?

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