AAPC Exam CPC Topic 6 Question 44 Discussion

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Question #: 44
Topic #: 6

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Which statement regarding lesion excision is TRUE?

ALesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and simple (nonlayered) closure when performed

BLesion excision codes are selected by measuring the greatest clinical diameter of a lesion excluding the margins required to complete the excision

CLesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and intermediate closure when performed

DLesion excision codes include removal of a lesion with margins, and complex closure when performed

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Suggested Answer: B

Dr. Burns is providing initial hospital or birthing center care for the evaluation and management of a normal newborn infant. CPT code 99460 is used to report initial hospital or birthing center care, per day, for evaluation and management of a normal newborn infant. This includes a comprehensive history, examination, and medical decision-making. The description of the service provided fits this CPT code accurately. Reference: CPT Professional Edition (current year), AMA.

by Tonja at Mar 06, 2025, 03:49 AM

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Frederick

2 days ago

I'm pretty sure the answer is A. The question is asking about lesion excision codes, and A seems to cover the key points - removal of the lesion with margins, and simple closure.

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Miesha

5 months ago

This is exactly the kind of question that would keep me up at night studying. I better brush up on my lesion excision knowledge before the big test!

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Lavonda

4 months ago

C) Lesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and intermediate closure when performed

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Garry

4 months ago

I know, lesion excision coding can be tricky to remember all the details.

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Laura

4 months ago

A) Lesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and simple (nonlayered) closure when performed

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Roslyn

5 months ago

Ha! I bet the examiners are trying to trip us up with these options. I'm going to take a closer look at the wording and make sure I understand the nuances.

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Coletta

4 months ago

C) Lesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and intermediate closure when performed

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Tamra

4 months ago

B) Lesion excision codes are selected by measuring the greatest clinical diameter of a lesion excluding the margins required to complete the excision

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Ciara

5 months ago

A) Lesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and simple (nonlayered) closure when performed

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Merlyn

6 months ago

Hmm, D sounds tempting, but I'm not convinced that complex closure is always necessary for a lesion excision. I'll need to double-check the specifics.

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Lorean

5 months ago

B) Lesion excision codes are selected by measuring the greatest clinical diameter of a lesion excluding the margins required to complete the excision

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Alexia

5 months ago

A) Lesion excision codes include removal of a lesion, with margins, and simple (nonlayered) closure when performed

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Shawn

6 months ago

I think Option C is the correct answer. The code includes the excision and intermediate closure, which makes sense for a lesion removal.

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Tu

6 months ago

Option A seems straightforward, but I'm not sure if it covers all the details I need to know. I should probably review the coding guidelines to be sure.

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