Name: Danielle Milligan

Date: 11/15/2017

Define the Coding Systems

Write a short explanation in your own words of what is the difference between ICD-CM codes, CPT
codes, and ICD-10-PCS, and HCPCS.

1. ICD-CM: International Classification of Diseases

2. CPT: Procedural Code

3. ICD-10-PCS: Inpatient Code

4. HCPCS: Durable Medical Equipment

Case Study 1

A patient presents at an outpatient urgent care facility with an acute illness and is seen by a provider. A
detailed history with physical examination is performed. What coding system is used in this scenario?

ICD-CM

Case Study 2

Upon review of the symptoms, the provider orders a rapid strep test and a rapid flu test. What coding
system is used in this scenario?

CPT

Case Study 3

The results of the rapid strep test were negative, but the rapid flu test was positive for the influenza
virus, type A. What coding system is used in this scenario?

ICD-CM

Case Study 4

A patient presents to the hospital for a tonsillectomy. What coding system would the hospital use to bill
for this service?

CPT, ICD-10-PCS