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Go to evolve.elsevier.com/html/shop-promo.html to search and browse for products * Evolve Student Resources are provided free with each NEW book purchase only 2014 PHYSICIAN CODING EXAM REVIEW THE CERTIFICATION STEP with ICD-9-CM Carol J Buck MS, CPC, CPC-H, CCS-P Former Program Director Medical Secretary Programs Northwest Technical College East Grand Forks, Minnesota 3251 Riverport Lane St Louis, Missouri 63043 PHYSICIAN CODING EXAM REVIEW 2014: THE CERTIFICATION STEP WITH ICD-9-CM ISBN: 978-1-4557-2287-7 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher Details on how to seek permission, further information about the Publisher’s permissions policies and our arrangements with organizations such as the Copyright Clearance Center and the Copyright Licensing Agency, can be found at our website: www.elsevier.com/permissions This book and the individual contributions contained in it are protected under copyright by the Publisher (other than as may be noted herein) NOTE: Current Procedural Terminology, 2014, was used in updating this text Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is copyright 2013 American Medical Association All rights reserved No fee schedules, basic units, relative values, or related listings are included in CPT The AMA assumes no liability for the data contained herein Applicable FARS/DFARS restrictions apply to government use Notices Knowledge and best practice in this field are constantly changing As new research and experience broaden our understanding, changes in research methods, professional practices, or medical treatment may become necessary Practitioners and researchers must always rely on their own experience and knowledge in evaluating and using any information, methods, compounds, or experiments described herein In using such information or methods they should be mindful of their own safety and the safety of others, including parties for whom they have a professional responsibility With respect to any drug or pharmaceutical products identified, readers are advised to check the most current information provided (i) on procedures featured or (ii) by the manufacturer of each product to be administered, to verify the recommended dose or formula, the method and duration of administration, and contraindications It is the responsibility of practitioners, relying on their own experience and knowledge of their patients, to make diagnoses, to determine dosages and the best treatment for each individual patient, and to take all appropriate safety precautions To the fullest extent of the law, neither the Publisher nor the authors, contributors, or editors assume any liability for any injury and/or damage to persons or property as a matter of products liability, negligence or otherwise, or from any use or operation of any methods, products, instructions, or ideas contained in the material herein Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Buck, Carol J., author 2014 physician coding exam review : the certification step with ICD-9-CM / Carol J Buck p ; cm Physician coding exam review Includes index Preceded by: 2013 physician coding exam review / Carol J Buck 2013 ed c2013 ISBN 978-1-4557-2287-7 (pbk : alk paper) I Title II Title: Physician coding exam review [DNLM: International classification of diseases 9th revision Clinical modification Classification—Examination Questions Clinical Coding—methods—Examination Questions Terminology as Topic—Examination Questions WB 18.2] RB115 616.001′2—dc23 2013019381 Content Strategy Director: Jeanne R Olson Associate Content Development Specialist: Helen O’Neal Publishing Services Manager: Pat Joiner Senior Project Manager: Joy Moore Senior Designer: Amy Buxton Printed in the United States of America Last digit is the print number: Dedication To coding instructors, who each day strive to enhance the lives of their students and provide the next generation of knowledgeable medical coders Carol J Buck Acknowledgments There are so many, many people who participated in the development of this text, and only through the effort of all of the team members has it been possible to publish this text Sheri Poe Bernard, who has assumed responsibility for development of this text Jackie Grass, who has contributed significantly to its content John W Danaher, President, Education, and Sally Schrefer, former Executive Vice President, Nursing/Health Sciences, who possess great listening skills and the ability to ensure the publication of high-quality educational materials Andrew Allen, Vice President and Publisher, Health Professions, who sees the bigger picture and shares the vision Jeanne R Olson, Content Strategy Director, who maintains an excellent sense of humor and is a valued member of the team who can always be depended upon for reasoned judgment Helen O’Neal, Associate Content Development Specialist, who assumed the responsibility of shepherding this project to production with steady fortitude Amy Simpson, Production Editor at Graphic World, who assumed responsibility for many projects while maintaining a high degree of professionalism The employees of Elsevier, who have participated in the publication of this text and demonstrated exceptional professionalism and competence Arlene Scher, Senior Program Coordinator at Augusta State University Division of Continuing Education, for her sharp eye and help regarding the organization of the exam questions Preface Thank you for purchasing Physician Coding Exam Review 2014: The Certification Step with ICD-9-CM, the latest guide to the outpatient physician coding certification exam This 2014 edition has been carefully reviewed and updated with the latest content, making it the most current guide for your review The author and publishers have made every effort to equip you with skills and tools you will need to succeed on the exam To this end, this review guide presents essential information about all health care coding systems, anatomy, terminology, and pathophysiology, as well as sample examinations for practice No other review guide on the market brings together such thorough coverage of all necessary examination material in one source ORGANIZATION OF THIS TEXTBOOK Following a basic outline approach, Physician Coding Exam Review 2014: The Certification Step with ICD-9-CM takes a practical approach to assisting you with your examination preparations The text is divided into four units—Anatomy, Terminology, and Pathophysiology; Reimbursement Issues; Overview of CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS Coding; and Preparing for Practice Examinations—and there are several appendices for your reference Additionally, examinations are provided on the companion Evolve website to assist you in your preparation Some of the CPT code descriptions for physician services include physician extender services Physician extenders, such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurse anesthetists, etc., provide medical services typically performed by a physician Within this educational material the term “physician” may include “and other qualified health care professionals” depending on the code Refer to the official CPT® code descriptions and guidelines to determine codes that are appropriate to report services provided by non-physician practitioners Preface Unit 1, Anatomy, Terminology, and Pathophysiology Covers all the essential body systems and terms you’ll need to get certified Organized by body systems to follow the CPT codes, the sections also include illustrations to review each major anatomical area and quizzes to check your understanding and recall (Answers are located at the end of Unit 1) UNIT Anatomy, Terminology, and Pathophysiology Left common carotid artery Brachiocephalic artery Left subclavian artery Superior vena cava Arch of aorta Pulmonary artery Pulmonary artery Pulmonic vein Right pulmonary vein Left atrium Right atrium Mitral (bicuspid) valve Aortic valve Pulmonary semilunar valve Left ventricle Myocardium Tricuspid valve Epicardium Right ventricle Endocardium Inferior vena cava Interventricular septum Apex Aorta Figure 1-18 Internal view of heart UNIT Reimbursement Issues C MG Unit 2, Reimbursement Issues Provides a review of important insurance and billing information to help you review the connections between medical coding, insurance, billing, and reimbursement viii D PROCEDURES, SERVICES, OR SUPPLIES (Explain Unusual Circumstances) CPT/HCPCS MODIFIER 26 PATIENT’S ACCOUNT NO E DIAGNOSIS POINTER 27 ACCEPT ASSIGNMENT? (For govt claims, see back) YES NO 32 SERVICE FACILITY LOCATION INFORMATION a NPI b Figure 2-1 Block 27, Accept Assignment on CMS-1500 (02/12) Health Insurance Claim Form (Courtesy U.S Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.) Index Lumbar vertebrae, 33 Lumbodynia, 44 Lungs, 57 respiratory system subsection, 384–385 Lymph, 195 See also Hemic and lymphatic system disorders, 205–206 nodes, 112, 197, 397 organs, 195 vessels, 195 Lymphadenectomy, 197 Lymphadenitis, 197, 205–206 Lymphadenopathy, 205 Lymphangiography, 197 Lymphangiotomy, 198 Lymphangitis, 198, 205 Lymphocytes, 73 Lymphoma, 206–207, 250 Lysis, 44 M MAC (monitored anesthesia care), 328 Macroadenomas, 250 Macular degeneration, 265 Macule, 9, 10f Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), 446 Malabsorption conditions, 177–178 Male genital system, 123–140 accessory organs, 123–124 anatomy and physiology, 123–128 combining forms, 124 essential organs, 123 final examination, 537–540 medical abbreviations, 124 medical terms, 125 pathophysiology, 129–140 penis, 123–124, 133–135 prostate gland, 123, 125, 135–137, 137–138f quiz, 127–128, 139–140, 273 scrotum, testes, and epididymis, 123–125, 129–132 suffixes, 124 urethra disorders, 132–133 Male genital system subsection, 416–417 Malignant lymphoma, 206 Malignant melanoma, 25 Malignant tumors/lesions See Carcinomas; Tumors Malleus, 30, 31f, 255 Malunion, 48 Mammary glands, 98 Mammography, 448 Managed health care, 286 Mandated service, 338 Mandible, 31f, 32 Manipulation, 44, 47, 369 female genital system subsection, 419 Manubrium of sternum, 34f Marsupialization, 418 Masseter, 39 Mastication, 39 Mastoidectomy, 259 Mastoid process, 31f Maternity care and delivery final examination, 537–540 subsection, 421–424 Maxilla, 32 Maxillary process, 31f MDM (medical decision making complexity), 308–309 Meatotomy, 125 Meatus, 56f Mechanoreceptors, 256 Meckel’s diverticulum, 178 Medial malleolus, 34 Mediastinum anatomy and terminology, 191 quiz, 193–194, 274 subsection, 397 Medical abbreviations cardiovascular system, 79–80 digestive system, 166–167 female genital system and pregnancy, 101–102 integumentary system, male genital system, 124 musculoskeletal system, 43 nervous system, 233 respiratory system, 59–60 senses, 257–258 urinary system, 144 Medical decision making complexity (MDM), 308–309 Medical genetics and genetic counseling services, 473 Medical radiation, physics, dosimetry, treatment devices, and special services, 449 Medical record, 289 Medical terms cardiovascular system, 80–81 digestive system, 167–168 endocrine system, 214–215 female genital system and pregnancy, 102–103 final examination, 519–520 hemic and lymphatic system, 197–198 integumentary system, 5–6 male genital system, 125 musculoskeletal system, 43–44 nervous system, 233–234 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-15 Index Medical terms (Continued) respiratory system, 60–62 senses, 258–259 urinary system, 144–145 Medicare, 278–282 fraud and abuse, 284–286 ICD-9-CM and, 486 Medicine section, 467–484 active wound care management, 477 allergen immunotherapy, 472 allergy and clinical immunology, 472 allergy testing, 472 biofeedback, 470 cardiovascular in, 393–396 central nervous system, 473 chemotherapy administration, 475–476 dialysis, 470 education and training for patient self-management, 477 end-stage renal disease, 470–471 gastroenterology, 471 health and behavior assessment/intervention, 473 hemodialysis service, 470 hydration, therapeutic, prophylactic, diagnostic injections and infusions, and chemotherapy and other highly complex drug or highly complex biologic agent administration, 473–474 immunization administration, 468 immunizations, 467 ingestion challenge testing, 472 medical genetics and genetic counseling services, 473 moderate (conscious) sedation, 478 neurology and neuromuscular procedures, 472–473 non-face-to-face nonphysician services, 477 noninvasive vascular diagnostic studies, 472 ophthalmology, 471 photodynamic therapy, 476 physical medicine and rehabilitation, 476–477 practice exercises, 479–484 psychiatry, 469–470 pulmonary, 472 special dermatologic procedures, 476 special services, procedures, and reports, 478 therapeutic, prophylactic, and diagnostic injections and infusions, 475–476 vaccines, toxoids, 468–469 Medulla oblongata, 231 Medulloblastoma, 250 Meissner corpuscles, 256 Melanin, I-16 Melanoma, Ménière’s disease, 259, 268 Meningioma, 250 Meningocele, 241, 242f Menometrorrhagia, 108 Menorrhagia, 108 Menorrhea, 108 Menstruation and pregnancy menstrual and hormonal disorders, 107–109 proliferation phase, 98 Mental disorders, 502 Mental foramen, 32f Mental protuberance, 31f Merkel cell carcinoma, 25 Metabolic diseases, 501 Metacarpals, 35 Metaphysis, 29 Metatarsals, 34 Metrorrhagia, 108 MG (myasthenia gravis), 239–240 Microbiology, 459 Microorganisms, study of, 459 Midbrain, 231 Middle concha, 32f Middle ear, 255, 436 bones, 30 Minimal presenting problem, 311 Minimum assistant surgeon, 341 Miscarriage, 118 Missed abortion, 424 Mitral regurgitation, 92 Mitral valve stenosis, 92 M-mode, 447 Moderate-complexity MDM, 309 Moderate (conscious) sedation, 328, 478 Moderate-severity presenting problem, 312 Modifiers, CPT, 299–300, 330 /HCPCS level I, 337–343 radiology section component, 445–446 Mohs micrographic surgery, 6, 361 Mohs surgery, Molecular pathology, 458 Moles, 24 Monitored anesthesia care, 328 Monocytes, 73 Monocytosis, 203 Mouth, 161 disorders, 171–172 muscles, 39 tongue, 161, 162f MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), 446 MS (multiple sclerosis), 239 Multiaxial joints, 36 Multipara, 103 Multiple modifiers, 342–343 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved Index Multiple myeloma, 52, 207 Multiple procedures, 338 respiratory system subsection, 381–382 Multiple sclerosis (MS), 239 Muscle flap, Muscular dystrophy, 51 Musculoskeletal system, 29–54 anatomy and terminology, 29–46 bone disorders, 48–49 combining forms, 40–42 final examination, 528–531 functions, 36 head and neck muscles, 39 ICD-9-CM chapter 13, 508–509 injuries, 47–48 joint disorders, 49–51 medical terms, 43–44 muscle capabilities, 38 muscle movement, 38 muscle tissue types, 36–37, 37–38f pathophysiology, 47–54 prefixes, 42 quiz, 45–46, 53–54, 271 suffixes, 42–43 tendon, muscle, and ligament disorders, 51 terms of movement, 39 tumors, 51–52 Musculoskeletal system subsection, 369–374 arthrodesis, 372 casting and strapping, 374 dislocation, 369 endoscopy/arthroscopy, 374 excision, 370 external fixation, 371 fracture treatment, 369–370 grafts (or implants), 371 introduction or removal, 370–371 manipulation, 369 other procedures, 371–372 practice exercises, 375–380 replantation, 371 soft tissue tumors, 372 spine and spinal instrumentation, 372–374 subheading “general,” 370 subsequent subheadings, 372 traction, 369 wound exploration, 370 Myasthenia gravis (MG), 239–240 Mycoses, 23–24 Myelocystocele, 242f Myeloma, 52, 207, 250 Myelomeningocele, 241, 242f Myocardial infarction, 85 Myocardium, 75, 93, 94 Myopia, 259, 263 Myringotomy, 259, 436 N Nails, 2, 356 Nasal bone, 31f, 32f Nasal button, 61 Nasal conchae, 32 Nasal spine, 31f Nasion, 31f Nasopharynx, 55, 56f National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), 282 National Fee Schedule (NFS), 284 National Provider Identification, 280, 289 NCCI (National Correct Coding Initiative), 282 Neck muscles, 39 Neoplasms, 500–501 See also Carcinomas Nephroblastoma, 157 Nephrocutaneous fistula, 145 Nephrolithiasis, 154–155 Nephrolithotomy, 145 Nephrorrhaphy, 145 Nephrosclerosis, 156 Nephrostomy, 145 Nephrotic syndrome, 153 Nerve blocks, 434 Nervous system, 229–252, 512 anatomy and terminology, 229–236 autonomic, 232 cells, 229–230 central, 230–231 central nervous system disorders, 243–250 combining forms, 232 congenital disorders, 241 dementias, 237 diseases affecting, 237–241 epilepsies, 246–247 final examination, 540–546 ICD-9-CM chapter 6, 502–503 medical abbreviations, 233 medical terms, 233–234 mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders, 241–243 nutritional degenerative disease and, 238 pathophysiology, 237–252, 251–252 peripheral, 231 prefixes, 232–233 quiz, 235–236, 276 spinal cord, 231 subsection, 433–435 suffixes, 233 trauma, 247–248 vascular disorders, 243–246 vertebral column, 231 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-17 Index Neurilemmomas, 250 Neurodevelopmental disorders, 502 Neurofibromas, 250 Neurology and neuromuscular procedures, 472–473 Neurons, 229 Neurovascular flap, Neutrophils, 73 Nevi, 24 Newborn care, 319 New patient, 313 NFS (National Fee Schedule), 284 Nociceptors, 256 Nodule, 9, 10f Nonbacterial cystitis, 150–151 Noncoronary bypass grafts, 391 Noncovered services, 289 Non-face-to-face nonphysician services, 477 Non-face-to-face services, 318 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, 206–207 Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, 219 Noninvasive, 81 physiologic studies and procedures, 395–396 vascular diagnostic studies, 472 Nonobstetric curettage, 423 Nonsegmental spinal instrumentation, 374 Nonunion, 48 Nose, 55, 56f bones, 31f, 32f respiratory system subsection, 382 smell and, 255 Nuclear cardiology, 81, 386 Nuclear medicine subsection, 450 Nursing facility services, 316 Nutritional degenerative disease, 238 Nutritional disorders, 501 Nystagmus, 263 O Obliques, 40 Observation status, hospital, 313 Obstruction, small intestine, 179 Occipital bone, 30, 31f Occipitofrontalis, 39 Ocular adnexa, 259 and eye subsection, 435–436 final examination, 540–546 Office of Inspector General (OIG), 285 OIG (Office of Inspector General), 285 Olecranon, 35, 36 Olfactory sense receptors, 255 Oligodendrocytoma, 249 Oligomenorrhea, 108 Oophorectomy, 103 I-18 Open fracture, 47 repair, 44 treatment, 369 Operating microscope subsection, 436 Ophthalmology, 471 Ophthalmoscopy, 259 Optic foramen, 32f Optic nerve, 254 Orbicularis oculi, 39 Orbicularis oris, 39 Orchiectomy, 125 Orchiopexy, 125 Orchitis, 129 Order, 81 Organ of Corti, 255 Organ or disease oriented panels, 456–457 Origin of bone tumors, 51 Oropharynx, 55, 56f Orthopnea, 61, 65 Orthostatic hypotension, 87 Ossicles, 255 Osteitis deformans, 49 Osteoarthritis, 44, 49–50 Osteoclast, 44 Osteoma, 51 Osteomalacia, 49 Osteomyelitis, 48 Osteopathic and chiropractic services, 477 Osteoporosis, 48–49 Osteosarcoma, 51 Osteotomy, 44 Otitis externa, 267 Otitis media, 259, 267 Otorhinolaryngologic services, special, 471 Otoscope, 259 Ototoxic hearing loss, 268 Outpatient services, diagnostic coding and reporting guidelines for, 496–498 Ovary, 97, 109, 213 carcinoma of, 114–115 endocrine system subsection, 433 female genital system subsection, 420, 421 Overriding aorta, 94 Oviduct, 97 female genital system subsection, 420 Ovulation, 98 P Pacemakers, 386–387 Pacing cardioverter-defibrillators, 386–387 Pacinian corpuscles, 256 Paget’s disease, 49 Pain and nociceptors, 256 Palate, 32 cleft, 171 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved Index Pancreas, 163f, 164, 212, 433 disorders, 186–187 Pancreatitis, 186–187 Panels, organ or disease oriented, 456–457 Papilledema, 259 Papule, 9, 10f Papulosquamous disorders, 15–16 Paraesophageal hernia, 168 Paranasal sinuses, 55 Paraphimosis, 133–134 Parathyroid, 198, 212 disorders, 223–224 Parietal bone, 30, 31f, 32f Parietal pericardium, 76 Paring or cutting, 354 Parkinson’s disease, 238–239 Passive immunization, 467 Past, family and social history (PFSH), 305–306, 307f Patella, 34 Patent ductus arteriosus, 93 Pathology and laboratory section, 456–466 anatomic pathology, 459 consultations, 457–458 cytogenetic studies, 460 cytopathology, 460 drug testing, 457 evaluation of specimens to determine disease pathology, 460 evocative/suppression testing, 457 facility indicators, 456 hematology and coagulation, 459 immunology, 459 microbiology, 459 organ or disease oriented panels, 456–457 practice exercises, 462–466 therapeutic drug assays, 457 tissue typing, 459 transfusion medicine, 459 types of pathologic examination, 460–461 urinalysis, 458 Pathophysiology cardiovascular system, 85–96 digestive system, 171–190 endocrine system, 219–228 female genital system and pregnancy, 107–121 hemic and lymphatic system, 201–210 integumentary system, 9–28 male genital system, 129–140 musculoskeletal system, 47–54 nervous system, 237–252, 251–252 respiratory system, 65–72 senses, 263–270 urinary system, 149–160 Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA), 328 Patient self-management, 477 PCA (patient-controlled anesthesia), 328 Pectoralis major, 40 Pedicle, Pelvic girdle, 34, 35f Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), 109 Pelvis, 34, 35f Penis, 123–124, 133–135 male genital system subsection, 417 Penoscrotal, 125 Peptic ulcers, 175–176 Percussion, 61 Percutaneous, 44 Percutaneous fracture repair, 44, 369 Percutaneous skeletal fixation, 44 Pericardial cavity, 76 Pericardial effusion, 93 Pericardiocentesis, 81 Pericarditis, 91, 92–93 Pericardium, 76, 81 cardiovascular in surgery section, 386–387 Perinatal period, 509 Perineum, 98, 103 female genital system subsection, 418 Periosteum, 29 Peripheral arterial disease, 89 rehabilitation, 395 Peripheral nerves, 233 Peripheral nervous system (PNS), 231 Peritoneal dialysis, 470 Peritoneum, 164–165, 164f Peritonitis, 178–179 Pernicious anemia, 201–202 Peroneus group, 40 Perpendicular plate, 32f Pertussis, 61 Peyronie’s disease, 134 PFSH (past, family, and social history), 305–306, 307f Phalanges, 34, 35f, 36 Pharyngolaryngectomy, 61 Pharynx, 55, 163 Phimosis, 133–134 Phlebitis, 88 Photochemotherapy, 476 Photodynamic therapy, 476 Physical medicine and rehabilitation, 476–477 Physical status modifiers, 329 Physician status, types of, 314 PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), 109 Pilonidal cyst, 356 Pilosebaceous, Pineal gland, 213, 433 tumors, 249 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-19 Index Pineocytoma, 249 Pink eye, 264 Pinna, 31f, 255 Pituitary gland, 211–212, 433 disorders, 220–221 tumor, 250 Pityriasis rosea, 17 Placenta, 99, 103, 213 previa, 116, 117f Planes of body, 444–445 Planning, clinical treatment, 448–449 Plaque, 9, 10f Plasma, 73 Plasma cell myeloma, 207 Platelets, 73 Plethysmography, 125, 395 Pleura, 57, 61 respiratory system subsection, 384–385 Pleural effusion, 67 Pleurectomy, 61 Pleurisy, 61, 67 Pleuritis, 61, 67 PMS (premenstrual syndrome), 108 Pneumocentesis/pneumonocentesis, 61 Pneumoconiosis, 67 Pneumonia, 61, 68 Pneumonolysis/pneumolysis, 61 Pneumonotomy/pneumotomy, 61 Pneumothorax, 67 PNS (peripheral nervous system), 231 Point of Service (POS), 286, 289 Poisoning, 509–512 Poliomyelitis, 240 Polycystic kidney (PKD), 156 Polymenorrhea, 108 Polymethylmethacrylate, 374 Polymyositis, 51 Pons, 231 POS (Point of Service), 286, 289 Posterior segment, 259 Postoperative management only, 339 Postpartum, 103 curettage, 423 ICD-9-CM chapter 11, 507 maternity care and delivery subsection, 422 Postpolio syndrome (PPS), 240 PPO (Preferred Provider Organization), 286, 289 Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), 286, 289 Prefixes cardiovascular system, 78 endocrine system, 214 female genital system and pregnancy, 100–101 I-20 Prefixes (Continued) hemic and lymphatic system, 197 integumentary system, musculoskeletal system, 42 nervous system, 232–233 respiratory system, 58 senses, 257 urinary system, 144 Pregnancy, 99 See also Female genital system and pregnancy abortion of, 118–120 abruptio placentae, 117 eclampsia, 117 ectopic, 118 HIV and, 499 hydatidiform mole, 118 ICD-9-CM chapter 11, 506–508 malpositions and malpresentations, 118–120 placenta previa, 116, 117f vaginal delivery, 118 Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), 108 Premenstruation, 98 Preoperative management only, 339 Presbyopia, 263 Prescription Drug Plan, 279 Presenting problem levels, 311–312 Pressure (decubitus) ulcer, 11–12, 359–360 Preventive medicine services, 318 Preventive services, 338 Priapism, 125 Primary fibromyalgia syndrome, 51 Primary hypertension, 86 Primigravida, 103 Primipara, 103 Prior authorization, 289 Problem-focused examination, 307 Procedure performed on infants less than 4kg, 340 Proctosigmoidoscopy, 168 Professional component, 337 Proliferation phase, 98 Prolonged services, 317 Pronation, 39 Proprioceptors, 256 Prostate gland, 123, 125, 135–137, 137–138f urinary system subsection, 416 Prostatitis, 135–136 Prostatotomy, 125 Provider identification number, 289 Pruritus, 19 Pseudoaneurysm, 87 Psoriasis, 16–17 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, 469 Psychiatry, 469–470 Psychotherapy, 469–470 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved Index Pterion, 31f Pterygoids, 39 Ptosis, 259 Pubis, 34 Pubis symphysis, 34 Puerperium, 506–508 Pulmonary, medicine section, 472 Pulmonary artery, 76 stenosis, 94 Pulmonary edema, 61, 66 Pulmonary embolism, 61, 67 Pulmonary hypertension, 89 Pulmonary valve, 76 Pulmonary veins, 76 Pulmonic regurgitation, 92 Purkinje fibers, 77 Pustule, 9, 10f Pyelonephritis, acute and chronic, 151–152 Pyloric stenosis, 176–177 Q QIO (Quality Improvement Organization), 278, 282, 284 Quadratus lumborum, 40 Qualifying circumstances codes, 329 Quality Improvement Organization (QIO), 278, 282, 284 Quiz See Coding challenge R Radiation oncology subsection, 448–450 treatment delivery, 449 treatment management, reporting, 450 Radical lymphadenectomy, 397 Radiology cardiovascular in radiology section, 396 final examination, 547–550 Radiology section, 444–455 bone/joint studies subsection, 448 breast mammography subsection, 448 diagnostic radiology subsection, 446–447 diagnostic ultrasound subsection, 447–448 practice exercises, 451–455 radiation oncology subsection, 448–450 radiologic guidance subsection, 448 Radiotherapy, 500–501 Radius, 35, 35f Rales, 61 Ramus, 31f Raynaud’s disease, 89 RBRVS (Resource-Based Relative Value Scale), 284, 289 Real-time scan, 447 Rectum, 163f, 165 Rectus abdominis, 40 Rectus femoris, 40 Red blood cells, 73 Reduced services, 338 Reduction, 44, 47, 48 Reference (outside) laboratory, 342 Regional anesthesia, 328 Reimbursement, 289 Reimbursement issues, 278–293 Federal Register, 282, 283f managed health care, 286 Medicare, 278–282 Medicare fraud and abuse, 284–286 National Correct Coding Initiative, 282 population changing, 278 provider’s responsibility, 278 Quality Improvement Organization (QIO), 278, 282, 284 quiz, 291–293 Resource-Based Relative Value Scale, 284 terminology, 286–289 Rejection/denial, 289 Relative Value Units (RVUs), 284 Removal of foreign body, 382 Renal calculi, 154–155 Renal failure, 149–150 Repair (closure), 356–357 arteriovenous fistula, 390 female genital system subsection, 419 larynx, 384 male genital system subsection, 417 maternity care and delivery subsection, 423 respiratory system subsection, 382 trachea and bronchi, 384 Repeat clinical diagnostic laboratory test, 342 Repeat procedure/service by another physician or other qualified health care professional, 341 Repeat procedure/service by same physician or other qualified health care professional, 341 Replantation, 371 Reporting radiation treatment management, 450 Reproductive system procedures, 417 Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS), 284, 289 Respiratory acidosis, 66 Respiratory system, 55–72 anatomy and terminology, 55–64 combining forms, 57–58 final examination, 531–534 ICD-9-CM chapter 8, 505 lower respiratory infection, 68–69 lower respiratory tract, 55–57, 56f Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-21 Index Respiratory system (Continued) medical abbreviations, 59–60 medical terms, 60–62 muscles, 40 pathophysiology, 65–72 prefixes, 58 pulmonary diseases and disorders, 65–68 quiz, 63–64, 71–72, 272 signs and symptoms of pulmonary disorders, 65 suffixes, 58–59 upper respiratory tract, 55, 56f Respiratory system subsection, 381–385 accessory sinuses, 383 destruction, 382–383 endoscopy, 381 excision, 382 incision, 382 introduction, 382 larynx, 383–384 lungs and pleura, 384–385 multiple procedures, 381–382 nose, 382 other procedures, 383 removal of foreign body, 382 repair, 382 trachea and bronchi, 384 Restrictive cardiomyopathy, 93 Restrictive pericarditis, 93 Retina, 254 detached, 265 Review of systems (ROS), 305, 307f Reye’s syndrome, 245–246 Rhabdomyosarcoma, 52 Rheumatic fever, 91 Rheumatic heart disease, 91 Rheumatoid arthritis, 50 Rhinoplasty, 62 Rhinorrhea, 62 Ribs, 33, 34f Rickets, 49 Risks, 309, 310f ROS (review of systems), 305 Rotation, 39 Routine global obstetric care, 423 RVUs (Relative Value Units), 284 S Sacrum, 33 Salivary glands, 161, 162f Salpingectomy, 103 Salpingostomy, 103 Sarcoidosis, 62 Sartorius, 40 Scales, 10f, 11 I-22 Scapula, 34 Scar, 10f, 11 Schizophrenia, 241–243 Sclera, 253, 259 Scleroderma, 89, 172 Scoliosis, 44, 49 Scrotum, 123–124, 129–132 Sebaceous glands, 2, 3f, Seborrhea, Seborrheic dermatitis, 15 Seborrheic keratosis, 24 Sebum, Secondary hypertension, 504 Secretory phase, 98 Sedation, moderate, 328, 478 Segmentectomy, 62 Segmental bronchi, 55 Segmental spinal instrumentation, 374 Segmentectomy, 385 Seizures, 246–247 Self-limiting or minor presenting problem, 311–312 Semicircular canals, 31f, 255 Seminal vesicles, 123 Semispinalis capitis, 39 Senses, 253–270 anatomy and terminology, 253–262 combining forms, 256–257 ear infections, 267 eye disorders, 263–267 hearing, 255 ICD-9-CM chapter 6, 502–503 medical abbreviations, 257–258 medical terms, 258–259 pathophysiology, 263–270 prefixes, 257 quiz, 261–262, 269–270, 276 sight, 253–254 smell, 255 suffixes, 257 taste, 256 touch, 256 Sensorineural hearing loss, 268 Separate procedures, 352 Sepsis, 499–500 Septa, 75, 76f Septic abortion, 424 Septic arthritis, 50 Septicemia, 499–500 Septic shock, 499–500 Septoplasty, 62 Sequencing, HIV, 499 Sesamoid bones, 29 Severe sepsis, 499–500 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved Index Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) female genital system, 109–111, 116 male genital system, 129–130 Shaving of lesions, 355 Shingles, 22 Short bones, 29 Shoulder, 34, 35f Shunt, 234 Sialolithotomy, 168 Sickle cell anemia, 202 Sight, 253–254 Sigmoid colon, 163f, 165 Significant, separately identifiable E/M service/ by same physicians on the same day of the procedure or other service, 337 Simulation, 449 Sinuses, 55 Sinusotomy, 62 SIRS (systemic inflammatory response syndrome), 499–500 Skeletal system See also Musculoskeletal system appendicular skeleton, 30, 34–36 axial skeleton, 30–33 classification of bones, 29 divisions, 30 joints, 36 long bones, 29, 30f middle ear bones, 30, 31f muscles, 36, 37–38f muscular system, 36–38 skull, 30, 31f, 32f spine, 32–33 structure, 29–36 thorax, 33, 34f Skeletal traction, 44, 47 Skin See also Integumentary system burns, 360–361, 511–512 ICD-9-CM chapter 12, 508 infections, 19–24 replacement surgery and skin substitutes, 358–359 tag removal, 355 touch sense and, 256 traction, 44, 47, 48f Skull, 30, 31f, 32, 234 base surgery, 434 nervous system subsection, 433–434 Small intestine, 163f, 164 disorders, 177–179 Smell, 255 Smooth muscle, 37 Smooth/visceral muscle, 37 Soft tissue tumors, 372 Soleus, 40 Somatic nerve, 234 Special E/M services, 318–319 Special report, surgery section, 353 Sperm, 123 Sphenoid bone, 30, 31f, 32f Sphenosquamous suture, 31f Spina bifida, 49, 241, 242f Spinal anesthesia, 328 Spinal cord, 231, 372–374 injury, 248 nervous system subsection, 434–435 tumors, 249–250 Spinal nerves, 231 Spine, 32–33 curvatures, 49 nervous system subsection, 434–435 and spinal instrumentation, musculoskeletal system subsection, 372–374 Spirometry, 62 Spleen, 195 subheading, 397 Splenectomy, 198 Splenius capitis, 39 Splenography, 198 Splenoportography, 198 Split-thickness graft, Spondylitis, 44 Spontaneous abortion, 424 Sprains, 48 Squama of temporal bone, 31f Squamous cell carcinoma, 24–25, 116, 134 Squamous part, 31f Squamous suture, 31f Staged/related procedure or service by same physicians during postoperative period, 339 Standby services, 317–318 Stapes, 30, 31f, 255 Stasis dermatitis, 14–15 State license number, 289 STD (sexually transmitted diseases), 109–111 Steatoma, Stem cell, 195, 198 Stenosis, 92 Stereotactic radiation treatment delivery, 449 Stereotaxis, 234 Sternal angle, 34f Sternochondral joint, 34f Sternoclavicular joint, 34f Sternocleidomastoid, 39 Sternum, 33, 34f Stomach, 163–164 disorders, 174–177 Strabismus, 259, 264 Straightforward MDM, 309 Strains, 48 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-23 Index Strangulated hernia, 407 Strapping and casting, 374 Stratified, Stratum (strata), Striated muscle, 36–37, 37–38f Stroke, 244 Stye, 258, 264 Styloid process, 30, 31f Subcutaneous tissue, 2, 3f ICD-9-CM chapter 12, 508 Subluxation, 44 Subsequent subheadings, musculoskeletal system subsection, 372 Substitutes, skin, 358–359 Subungual, Sudoriferous glands, 2, 3f Suffixes cardiovascular system, 79 digestive system, 166 endocrine system, 214 female genital system and pregnancy, 101 hemic and lymphatic system, 197 integumentary system, male genital system, 124 musculoskeletal system, 42–43 nervous system, 233 respiratory system, 58–59 senses, 257 urinary system, 144 Superior vena cava, 76 Supination, 39, 44 Supplies, surgery, 353 Supraorbital foramen, 32f Surgery section, 352–443 See also CPT auditory system subsection, 436 biopsy/removal of lesion, 362 breast procedures, 362 burns local treatment, 360–361 cardiovascular in, 386–393 cardiovascular in medicine section, 393–396 cardiovascular in radiology section, 396 cardiovascular system subsection, 385–386 destruction, 361 digestive system subsection, 406–407 endocrine system subsection, 433 eye and ocular adnexa subsection, 435–436 female genital system subsection, 418–421 general subsection, 353 hemic and lymphatic system subsection, 396–397 integumentary system subsection, 354–362 intersex surgery subsection, 417–418 major guidelines of surgical packages, 353 male genital system subsection, 416–417 mediastinum subsection, 397 I-24 Surgery section (Continued) Mohs micrographic surgery, 361 musculoskeletal system subsection, 369–374 nervous system subsection, 433–435 notes and guidelines, 352 nuclear medicine subsection, 450 operating microscope subsection, 436 other procedures, 361 practice exercises, 363–368, 398–405, 408–414, 425–432, 437–443 pressure ulcer, 359–360 reproductive system procedures, 417 respiratory system subsection, 381–385 section format, 352 separate procedures, 352 special report, 353 supplies, 353 unlisted procedure codes, 352 urinary system subsection, 415–443 Surgical care only, 339 Surgical team, 340 Swan-Ganz catheter, 81 Sweat glands, 2, 3f Swimmer’s ear, 267 Sympathetic nerve, 234 Synarthrosis joints, 36 Synchondrosis, 44 Syphilis, 110–111 Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS), 499–500 T Tachypnea, 62, 65 Talus, 34 Tarsorrhaphy, 259 Taste, 256 TBI (traumatic brain injury), 247–248 Teeth, 161 Temporal bone, 30, 31f, 436 Temporalis, 39 Temporal lines, 31f Tendon, 37, 44 disorders, 51 Tenodesis, 44 Tenorrhaphy, 44 Tensor fasciae latae, 40 Teratoma, 249 Terms, medical See Medical terms Testes, 123, 129–132, 213 endocrine system subsection, 433 Tetanus, 468, 469 Tetralogy of Fallot, 94 Therapeutic, prophylactic, and diagnostic injections and infusions, 475–476 Therapeutic drug assays, 457 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved Index Therapeutic services, cardiovascular in medicine section, 393 Thermograms, 396 Thermoreceptors, 256 Third-party-payer consultations, 315 Thoracentesis/thoracocentesis, 62 Thoracic duct, 198 Thoracic vertebrae, 33, 33f Thoracoplasty, 62 Thoracoscopy, 62 Thoracostomy, 62, 81 Thoracotomy, 62, 384–385 Thorax, 33, 34f, 57 Throat, 55, 163 Thrombectomy, 389–390 Thromboangiitis obliterans, 89 Thrombocytes, 73 Thromboendarterectomy, 81 Thrombophlebitis, 88 Thrombus, 87–88 Thymectomy, 215 Thymus, 213, 215 Thyroglossal duct, 215 Thyroid, 212, 215 disorders, 221–223 endocrine system subsection, 433 isthmus, 215 Thyroidectomy, 215, 433 Thyrotoxicosis, 221–222 TIA (transient ischemic attack), 243 Tibia, 34 Tibialis anterior, 40 Tinea, 23 Tinnitus, 259 Tissue typing, 459 TNM (tumor-node-metastasis), 137, 138f Tocolysis, 103 Tongue, 161, 162f Torsion of testes, 131 Total pneumonectomy, 62, 385 Touch, 256 Tourette syndrome, 240 Toxoids, 468–469 Trachea, 55, 56f respiratory system subsection, 384 Tracheostomy, 62, 384 Tracheotomy, 62 Traction, 44, 47–48f, 369 Transcatheter procedures, 392–393 Transfusion medicine, 459 Transient hypertension, 504 Transient ischemia, 85 Transient ischemic attack (TIA), 243 Transluminal angioplasty, 390 Transmastoid, 259 Transplantation, 198 Transtracheal, 62 Transureteroureterostomy, 145 Transurethral resection, 125 Transvenous, 81, 387 Transverse colon, 163f, 165 Transversus abdominis, 40 Transvesical ureterolithotomy, 145 Trapezius, 39, 40 Trauma, 247–248 eye, 266 Traumatic brain injury (TBI), 247–248 Trephination, 234 Triceps brachii, 39 Trichomoniasis, 111 Tricuspid regurgitation, 92 Tricuspid valve, 76 Trocar needle, 44 Trochanter, 34 True aneurysm, 87 Trunk muscles, 40 Tuberculosis, 62, 68 Tubular bones, 29 Tumescence, 125 Tumor See also Carcinoma female genital system and pregnancy, 111–112 removal of, 362 skin, 24 soft tissue, 372 Wilms’, 157 Tumor-node-metastasis (TNM), 137, 138f Tunica albuginea, 123 Tunica vaginalis, 125 Turbinates, 55, 56f Turner’s syndrome, 107 Twins, 423 Two surgeons, 340 Tympanic membrane, 31f, 255 Tympanolysis, 259 Tympanometry, 259 Tympanostomy, 259, 436 U Ulcer, 10f, 11 peptic, 175–176 pressure, 11–12, 359–360 Ulceration, oral cavity, 171 Ulcerative colitis, 180–181 Ulna, 35, 35f Ultrasound, 447–448 Uncontrolled hypertension, 505 Uniaxial joints, 36 Unlisted procedure codes, 352 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-25 Index Unplanned return to operating/procedure room by the same physician or other qualified health care professional following initial procedure for a related procedure during postoperative period, 341 Unrelated E/M services by same physician during a postoperative period, 337 Unrelated procedure or service by same physician or other qualified health care professional during postoperative period, 341 Unusual anesthesia, 337 UPIN, 289 Upper extremities bones, 34–36 muscles, 39–40 Upper respiratory tract, 55, 56f Ureterectomy, 145 Ureterocutaneous fistula, 145 Ureteroenterostomy, 145 Ureterolithotomy, 145 Ureterolysis, 145 Ureteroneocystostomy, 145 Ureteropyelography, 145 Ureterotomy, 145 Ureters, 141, 142 Ureter subheading, urinary system subsection, 415 Urethra, 132–133, 141, 143 Urethritis, 132–133 Urethrocystography, 145 Urethromeatoplasty, 145 Urethropexy, 145 Urethroplasty, 145 Urethrorrhaphy, 145 Urethroscopy, 145 Urinalysis, 458 Urinary bladder, 141, 142–143 Urinary meatus, 97 Urinary system, 141–142, 141–160 anatomy and terminology, 141–148 combining forms, 143 congenital disorders, 156–157 final examination, 537–540 glomerular disorders, 152–154 kidneys, 141–142 medical abbreviations, 144 medical terms, 144–145 organs, 141 pathophysiology, 149–160 prefixes, 144 quiz, 147–148, 159–160, 274 renal failure, 149–150 suffixes, 144 ureters, 141, 142 I-26 Urinary system (Continued) urethra, 132–133, 141, 143 urinary bladder, 141, 142–143 urinary tract infections (UTI), 150–152 urinary tract obstructions, 154–156 vascular disorders, 156 Urinary system subsection, 415–443 bladder subheading, 416 introduction category, 415 kidney subheading, 415 ureter subheading, 415 Urinary tract infections (UTI), 150–152 Urinary tract obstructions, 154–156 Urine, 458 Urodynamics, 416 Usual, customary, and reasonable, 289 Uterine fibroids, 111 Uterine tubes, 97 Uterus, 97 carcinoma of, 113 Uveal, 259 V Vaccines, 468–469 Vagina, 97, 109 carcinoma of, 116 female genital system subsection, 419 Vaginal delivery, 118 Valves, heart, 76, 387–388 Valvular heart disease, 91 Valvular regurgitation, 92 Varices, 168 Varicocele, 125, 130–131 Varicose veins, 89 Vascular dementia, 237 Vascular disorders, 85–89, 243–246 urinary system and, 156 Vascular families like a tree, 389 Vascular injection procedures, 391 Vas deferens, 123, 125 Vasectomy, 125 Vasogram, 125 Vasorrhaphy, 125 Vasotomy, 125 Vasovasostomy, 125 Vastus intermedius, 40 Vastus lateralis, 40 Vastus medialis, 40 V codes, 494–495 Veins, 74, 75f, 76f and arteries subheading, 389 varicose, 89 Venous grafting only for coronary artery bypass, 388 Venous reconstruction, 390 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved Index Ventricular fibrillation, 90 Ventricular septal defect, 94 Verrucae, 22–23 Vertebral column, 231 Vertebrectomy, 234 Vertigo, 256, 259 Vesical neck and prostate, 416 Vesicle, 9, 10f urinary system subsection, 416 Vesicostomy, 145 Vesicovaginal fistula, 103 Vesiculectomy, 125 Vesiculotomy, 125 Vessels, blood, 73–77, 512 Vestibular nystagmus, 256 Vestibule, 255 Viral hepatitis, 182–184 Viral herpes simplex, 21–22, 110 Visceral pericardium, 76 Visual disturbances, 263–264 Vitamin D, 142 Vitreous humor, 254 Vocal cords, 55 Voice box, 55 Volvulus, 168 Vomer, 32 Vulva, 97 carcinoma of, 116 female genital system subsection, 418 Vulvectomy, 418–419 W Warts, 22–23 genital, 110 WBC (white blood cell) count, 459 Wheal, 9, 10f White blood cell, 73 count (WBC), 459 Whitmore-Jewett stages, 137, 137f Wilms’ tumor, 157 Windpipe, 55 Womb, 97 Wound exploration, 370 repair, 356–357 X Xanthelasma, 259 Xanthoma, Xenograft, Xeroderma, Xiphoid process, 34f X-ray, 446–447 Y Yeast infection, 109 Z Zygomatic process, 30, 31f, 32 Zygomaticus, 39 Copyright © 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights reserved I-27 ~StormRG~ [...]... certification examination Texts Physician Coding Exam Review 2014: The Certification Step with ICD-9-CM, by Carol J Buck, Elsevier 2014 ICD-9-CM, Volumes 1 & 2, by Carol J Buck, Elsevier 2014 HCPCS Level II, by Carol J Buck, Elsevier 2014 CPT, American Medical Association Medical dictionary Performance Objectives 1 Write a personal plan for preparation for a certification examination 2 Review the structure,... 21 Review CPT Radiology section 22 Review CPT Pathology and Laboratory section 23 Review CPT Medicine section 24 Review HCPCS 25 Review format and conventions of ICD-9-CM 26 Review assignment of 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