Primary CPT Codes
consistPa of five digits
1/12
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Primary CPT Codes | consistPa of five digits |
| CPT Modifiers | two-digit numbers added to a five-digit CPT code to indicate special circumstances or additional information about a procedure, such as multiple providers or different locations |
| Category II Codes | used to track provider performance measures |
| Remittance Advice | the notification sent to a provider from an insurance company regarding a claim denial or explanation of benefits |
| Explanation of Benefits (EOB) | similar to remittance advice, but this version of the claim detail is sent to the patient |
| Coordination of Benefits (COB) | the process of determining which insurance is primary or secondary when a patient has multiple plans to avoid overpayment |
| CMS-1500 | the universal claim form used to submit claims to insurance companies for reimbursement |
| Referrals | claims may be denied if services are provided after the expiration date of the referral |
| What is the first action an assistant should taken when preparing a patient for an exam? | verify the patient's identity by having them state their name and date of birth |
| What should you include in an appointment calendar? | patient's daytime phone number to confirm or reschedule appointments |
| How should you cleanse the site for intramuscular (IM) injections? | in a circular motion from the center outward |
| How should you position a patient who begins to faint during a blood draw? |