HIM-350
Classification of Diagnostic Data
FINAL EXAM REVIEW
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key feature of the
International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure
Coding System (ICD-10-PCS)?
A) Alphanumeric codes
B) Numeric codes only
C) Hierarchical structure
D) Limited to inpatient procedures
Answer: A) Alphanumeric codes
Rationale: ICD-10-PCS uses alphanumeric codes to allow for a
greater level of specificity and detail, which is essential for
accurately describing procedures.
2. True/False: In procedural coding, "root operations" are the third
level of classification in ICD-10-PCS.
Answer: True
Rationale: Root operations, which describe the objective of the
procedure, are indeed the third level of classification in the ICD-
10-PCS hierarchy.
3. Fill-in-the-Blank: The term "_____________" refers to the
systematic process of translating medical procedures into
standardized numerical codes.
Answer: Procedural coding
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, Rationale: Procedural coding is the process used to translate
descriptions of medical procedures into numeric or alphanumeric
codes.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are considered benefits of accurate procedural coding?
A) Enhanced patient care
B) Improved healthcare data analysis
C) Increased healthcare costs
D) Facilitated billing processes
Answers: A) Enhanced patient care, B) Improved healthcare
data analysis, D) Facilitated billing processes
Rationale: Accurate procedural coding leads to enhanced patient
care through better communication, improved data analysis for
healthcare trends, and streamlined billing processes. It does not
increase healthcare costs.
5. Multiple Choice: What does the "value" represent in the ICD-10-
PCS coding structure?
A) The specific procedure performed
B) The body part operated on
C) The approach used for the procedure
D) The equipment used during the procedure
©GCU 2024/2025
Classification of Diagnostic Data
FINAL EXAM REVIEW
©GCU 2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key feature of the
International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure
Coding System (ICD-10-PCS)?
A) Alphanumeric codes
B) Numeric codes only
C) Hierarchical structure
D) Limited to inpatient procedures
Answer: A) Alphanumeric codes
Rationale: ICD-10-PCS uses alphanumeric codes to allow for a
greater level of specificity and detail, which is essential for
accurately describing procedures.
2. True/False: In procedural coding, "root operations" are the third
level of classification in ICD-10-PCS.
Answer: True
Rationale: Root operations, which describe the objective of the
procedure, are indeed the third level of classification in the ICD-
10-PCS hierarchy.
3. Fill-in-the-Blank: The term "_____________" refers to the
systematic process of translating medical procedures into
standardized numerical codes.
Answer: Procedural coding
©GCU 2024/2025
, Rationale: Procedural coding is the process used to translate
descriptions of medical procedures into numeric or alphanumeric
codes.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are considered benefits of accurate procedural coding?
A) Enhanced patient care
B) Improved healthcare data analysis
C) Increased healthcare costs
D) Facilitated billing processes
Answers: A) Enhanced patient care, B) Improved healthcare
data analysis, D) Facilitated billing processes
Rationale: Accurate procedural coding leads to enhanced patient
care through better communication, improved data analysis for
healthcare trends, and streamlined billing processes. It does not
increase healthcare costs.
5. Multiple Choice: What does the "value" represent in the ICD-10-
PCS coding structure?
A) The specific procedure performed
B) The body part operated on
C) The approach used for the procedure
D) The equipment used during the procedure
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