Question 96

A patient has suspicious lesions on his feet. Biopsies confirm squamous cell carcinoma. The patient elects to destroy a 0.6 cm lesion on the right dorsal foot and a 2.0 cm lesion on the left dorsal foot using cryosurgery.
What CPT coding is reported?
  • Question 97

    A patient with malignant lymphoma is administered the antineoplastic drug Rituximab 800 mg and then 100 mg of Benadryl.
    Which HCPCS Level II codes are reported for both drugs administered intravenously?
  • Question 98

    A patient who was experiencing severe abdominal pain underwent abdominal imaging and results showed several peritoneal tumors of various sizes.
    The patient elected to have the tumors removed. An incision was made to access the intra-abdominal peritoneal cavity, where four tumors were identified, measured, and excised.
    The largest was 2 cm, two were 1 cm each, and the smallest was 0.5 cm. Pathology report indicated the tumors were malignant.
    What CPT and ICD-10-CM coding is reported7
  • Question 99

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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?
  • Question 100

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    MR 099407
    Emergency Department Visit
    Chief Complaint: VOMITING.
    This started just prior to arrival and is still present. He has had nausea and vomiting. No diarrhea, black stools, bloody stools or abdominal pain. Pt is diabetic and has been having elevated blood sugars (320 mg/dL).
    REVIEW OF SYSTEMS: Unobtainable due to patient's altered mental status.
    PAST HISTORY: Poorly controlled diabetes mellitus, with history of poor compliance.
    Medications: See Nurses Notes.
    Allergies: PCN.
    SOCIAL HISTORY: Nonsmoker. No alcohol use or drug use.
    ADDITIONAL NOTES: The nursing notes have been reviewed.
    PHYSICAL EXAM
    Appearance: Lethargic. Patient in mild distress.
    Vital Signs: Have been reviewed-tachycardic.
    Eyes: Pupils equal, round and reactive to light.
    ENT: Dry mucous membranes present.
    Neck: Normal inspection. Neck supple.
    CVS: Tachycardia. Heart sounds normal. Pulses normal.
    E D. Course: Insulin IV drip per protocol, at 10 units/hr.
    Zofran 8 mg 01:33 Jul 13 2008 IVP.
    Phenergan 25 mg IVP. 07:52. Discussed case with physician. Dr. X. Reviewed test results. Agreed upon treatment plan. Physician will see patient in hospital.
    Total critical care time: 45 min.
    Disposition: Admitted to Intensive Care Unit. Condition: stable.
    Admit decision based on need for monitoring and IV hydration and medications.
    CLINICAL IMPRESSION: Vomiting, diabetic ketoacidosis, probable diabetes insipidus.
    What E/M code is reported for this encounter?