Certified Cardiology Coder (CCC) Patient Practice Questions
The free Certified Cardiology Coder (CCC) questions that deal with patient, with answers and explanations. The full bank and the timed practice test cover every topic the exam asks about.
Question #1
A patient presents with chest pain. The cardiologist performs an echocardiogram. What is the CPT code for this procedure?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The CPT code 93306 is used for echocardiography, transthoracic, 2D, with Doppler.
Question #2
In new patient visits, the physician spends 45 minutes counseling the patient. What level of E/M service can be billed?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
A new patient visit with a counseling time of over 30 minutes typically qualifies for a level 3 visit, coded as 99203.
Question #5
A patient receives an implantable cardiac monitor. Which CPT code encompasses the device insertion?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The CPT code 33260 is used for the insertion of an internal cardiac monitor, such as a loop recorder.
Question #6
A patient undergoes a stress test. The physician informs you that the results indicate ischemia. What is the correct CPT code for the test?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
CPT code 93015 is utilized for interpreting a stress test, focusing on ischemic findings.
Question #9
If a patient has stable angina, what is the corresponding ICD-10 code?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
ICD-10 code I20.1 is used for unstable angina; for stable angina, the code is I20.9.
Question #10
A patient has undergone coronary artery bypass grafting. Which CPT code includes this procedure?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
CPT code 33510 is for single coronary artery bypass grafting.
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