Coding Specialist (CBCS) Study
Guide 2026 Exam Questions
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The symbol "O" in the Current Procedural Terminology reference is used
to indicate what? - ANSWER ✔✔Reinstated or recycled code
In the anesthesia section of the CPT manual, what are considered
qualifying circumstances? - ANSWER ✔✔Add-on codes
,As of April 1, 2014 what is the maximum number of diagnoses that can
be reported on the CMS-1500 claim form before a further claim is
required? - ANSWER ✔✔12
What is considered proper supportive documentation for reporting CPT
and ICD codes for surgical procedures? - ANSWER ✔✔Operative
report
What action should be taken first when reviewing a delinquent claim? -
ANSWER ✔✔Verify the age of the account
A claim can be denied or rejected for which of the following reasons? -
ANSWER ✔✔Block 24D contains the diagnosis code
A coroner's autopsy is comprised of what examinations? - ANSWER
✔✔Gross Examination
Medigap coverage is offered to Medicare beneficiaries by whom? -
ANSWER ✔✔Private third-party payers
What part of Medicare covers prescriptions? - ANSWER ✔✔Part C
What plane divides the body into left and right? - ANSWER
✔✔Sagittal
, Where can unlisted codes be found in the CPT manual? - ANSWER
✔✔Guidelines prior to each section
Ambulatory surgery centers, home health care, and hospice
organizations use which form to submit claims? - ANSWER ✔✔UB-
04 Claim Form
What color format is acceptable on the CMS-1500 claim form? -
ANSWER ✔✔Red
Who is responsible to pay the deductible? - ANSWER ✔✔Patient
A patient's health plan is referred to as the "payer of last resort." What is
the name of that health plan? - ANSWER ✔✔Medicaid
Informed Consent - ANSWER ✔✔Providers explain medical or
diagnostic procedures, surgical interventions, and the benefits and risks
involved, giving patients an opportunity to ask questions before medical
intervention is provided.
Implied Consent - ANSWER ✔✔A patient presents for treatment,
such as extending an arm to allow a venipuncture to be performed.
Clearinghouse - ANSWER ✔✔Agency that converts claims into
standardized electronic format, looks for errors, and formats them
according to HIPAA and insurance standards.
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