Exam 6: Introduction to ICD-10-PCS

Total lobectomy of right upper lobe lung,open approach

Temporary postoperative wound drains are not considered devices,and no ICD-10-PCS code is assigned.

"Division" is the root operation in which the sole objective is separating a nontubular body part.

The root operation "replacement" always involves a device.

Body systems designated as "upper" contain body parts above the heart.

Thoracentesis,right pleural cavity,therapeutic

Closed reduction of left humeral shaft fracture

Altering the route of passage of the contents of a tubular body part is bypass.

Taking out or off a device from a body part is called ____.

The term "and," when used in a code description,means "and/or."

The first character of an ICD-10-PCS code represents ____.

Alphabetic Index entry for removal pessary

The fourth character of an ICD-10-PCS code represents a(an)____.

Body systems designated as "lower" contain body parts below the diaphragm.

If the intended procedure is discontinued,code to the root operation that was achieved.

ICD-10-PCS is required only for inpatient billing by hospitals.

Body systems designated as "upper" contain body parts above the diaphragm.

The fifth character value represents the body part in the medical and surgical section.

Exploration or inspection of a body part(s)that is integral to the performance of the procedure is coded separately.

Temporary postoperative wound drains are considered devices when assigning an ICD-10-PCS code.