Certified Emergency Department Coder (CEDC) Patient Practice Questions
The free Certified Emergency Department Coder (CEDC) 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 #2
A patient is admitted for observation after anaphylactic shock. Which code is most appropriate?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
T78.2 is the appropriate code for anaphylactic shock.
Question #4
Patient arrives with a traumatic laceration. Which specific coding should be used?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The laceration code should specify the location and type; S01.83XA is for a laceration of the face.
Question #5
Patient presents with abdominal pain and is diagnosed with appendicitis. What is the CPT code?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct CPT code for appendectomy is 44950.
Question #7
A patient is admitted for asthma exacerbation. Which ICD-10 code applies?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The appropriate code for asthma exacerbation is J45.909.
Question #8
A patient suffers a stroke and has residual effects. Which code is pertinent?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
I69.398 is for sequelae after the stroke, capturing the residual effects.
Question #9
A patient presents with a fracture of the femur due to osteoporosis. Which code should be used?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
M80.00XA indicates a fracture due to osteoporosis.
Question #10
An elderly patient presents with confusion and dehydration. What diagnosis code should be considered?
Correct answer: C
Explanation
E86.0 is applicable for dehydration, while the confusion is coded under R41.82 for additional clarity.
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