Coding Case Studies

Name: kitiana longer

Date: 12-20-17

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: to classify and code all, diagnosed symptoms and procedures.

2. CPT: a code that is used to report medical, surgical, and diagnostics procedures and services.
3. ICD-10-PCS: code that tracks various health interventions taking by medical professionals
4. HCPCS: is a standardize coding system that is used primarily to identify products, supplies, not included in the
cpt codes.

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 code

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 Code

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-10-pcs code

Case Study 4
A patient presents to the hospital for a tonsillectomy. What coding system would the hospital use to bill for this service?

Hcpcs code