HI 223 Procedural Coding FINAL READINESS GUIDE Q & S 2025/2026

1. Which of the following coding systems is primarily used
for outpatient procedures?
 - A) ICD-10-CM
 - B) ICD-10-PCS
 - C) CPT
 - D) HCPCS
 - Correct Answer: C) CPT
 Rationale: CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) is
mainly used for coding outpatient procedures and services
provided by healthcare professionals.
2. When documenting a laparoscopic cholecystectomy,
which code category in the CPT manual is most relevant?
 - A) 10000–19999
 - B) 20000–29999
 - C) 40000–49999
 - D) 50000–59999
 - Correct Answer: D) 50000–59999
 Rationale: This range includes codes related to
gastrointestinal system procedures, including laparoscopic
surgeries.
3. What does the modifier “-50” indicate in procedural
coding?
 - A) Professional component
 - B) Bilateral procedure
 - C) Assistant surgeon
 - D) Repeat procedure
 - Correct Answer: B) Bilateral procedure
 Rationale: Modifier “-50” is used when a procedure is
performed bilaterally on both sides of the body.