AAPC Exam CPC Topic 1 Question 14 Discussion

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Question #: 14
Topic #: 1

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A patient with empyema requires a Schede thoracoplasty.

What CPT code is reported for this procedure?

A32906

B32999

C32905

D32900

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Suggested Answer: B

by Ammie at Dec 12, 2023, 03:20 AM

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Tawanna

3 months ago

I heard they're coming out with a new 'Schede Zero' procedure next year - no more pesky thoracoplasty, just a quick 'thoracectomy' and you're good to go!

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Dominic

3 months ago

A) 32906 is for a 'Pleural scarification for empyema' - that sounds close, but I think C) 32905 is the right answer for a Schede thoracoplasty.

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Miesha

2 months ago

Yes, 32905 is the code for Schede thoracoplasty.

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Dianne

2 months ago

I agree, 32905 is the correct code for that procedure.

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Twanna

3 months ago

I think C) 32905 is the right code for Schede thoracoplasty.

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Tyra

4 months ago

D) 32900 sounds like it could be for a total thoracoplasty, but a Schede is a specific type, so I'll go with C) 32905.

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William

3 months ago

Let's go with C) 32905 for the procedure code.

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Lucina

3 months ago

I agree, 32900 seems more general for total thoracoplasty.

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Wilford

3 months ago

I think C) 32905 is the correct code for Schede thoracoplasty.

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Ashley

4 months ago

I'm leaning towards B) 32999 since it's the 'unlisted' code for thoracic surgery procedures. Gotta cover all your bases, you know?

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Buddy

4 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think it might be D) 32900. Can someone explain why they think it's C) 32905?

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Antonio

4 months ago

Hmm, I think C) 32905 is the correct CPT code for a Schede thoracoplasty. That seems like the most specific option.

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Veta

3 months ago

I think C) 32905 is the most appropriate code for that procedure.

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Jettie

3 months ago

I agree, C) 32905 is the correct code for Schede thoracoplasty.

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Kent

3 months ago

I think we should go with C) 32905 for this procedure.

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Viva

3 months ago

I agree, C) 32905 is the correct code for Schede thoracoplasty.

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Ivory

4 months ago

I agree with you. Schede thoracoplasty is typically reported with CPT code 32905.

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Catina

4 months ago

I think the answer is C) 32905.

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