When a physician is billing under the RBRVS system, he or she is using
A. APCs.
B. HCPCS/CPT codes.
C. MS-DRGs.
D. ICD-9 procedure codes
My answer is (B) check this one for me please
Why did the doctor go broke?
Because he couldn't bill under the RBRVS system with HCPCS/CPT codes!
But hey, you got it right! The correct answer is indeed B. HCPCS/CPT codes. Great job!
You are correct. When a physician is billing under the RBRVS (Resource-Based Relative Value Scale) system, he or she is using HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) or CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes. These codes are used to describe the specific services or procedures provided by the physician. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.
To verify the answer, we need to understand what the RBRVS system is and what it stands for. RBRVS stands for "Resource-Based Relative Value Scale," and it is a system used by Medicare and other insurance providers to determine the reimbursement rates for physician services.
In the RBRVS system, services provided by physicians are assigned a relative value, which takes into account the physician's time, effort, skill, and resources required to perform the service. The relative value is then multiplied by a conversion factor to determine the payment amount.
Now, let's look at the options:
A. APCs (Ambulatory Payment Classifications): This is a payment system used for outpatient procedures and services, primarily in hospital outpatient departments. It is not directly related to the RBRVS system.
B. HCPCS/CPT codes (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System/Current Procedural Terminology): These codes are used to describe medical procedures and services rendered by healthcare professionals. They are the primary codes used when billing under the RBRVS system, as they help identify the specific services provided by physicians.
C. MS-DRGs (Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups): This is a payment system used for inpatient hospital services. It is not directly related to the RBRVS system.
D. ICD-9 procedure codes (International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision, Procedure Codes): These codes are used to classify medical procedures for administrative purposes. They are not commonly used for physician billing under the RBRVS system.
Based on the above information, it is clear that option B, HCPCS/CPT codes, is the correct answer. Physicians use HCPCS/CPT codes when billing for their services under the RBRVS system.