Question

question 1 (5 points)
codes in the pathology and laboratory section of the cpt manual represent testing ordered by providers.
true
false

question 2 (5 points)
dr. steve orders a cholesterol, lipoprotein, and triglycerides test for patient jolyon jones. what type of panel code would you use for these tests being requested?
complete metabolic panel - 80053
general health panel - 80050
lipid panel - 80061
renal function panel - 80069

Explanation:

Analyze CPT Pathology and Laboratory section guidelines

The Pathology and Laboratory section of the CPT manual contains codes for services and tests ordered by physicians or other qualified healthcare providers to evaluate, diagnose, or monitor patient conditions.

Identify the components of a lipid panel

A lipid panel (CPT code 80061) specifically includes tests for total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. Lipoprotein measurements are also part of lipid evaluation panels. Therefore, a lipid panel is the correct panel code for these requested tests.

Answer:

Question 1

• True (Correct answer)
• False

Question 2

• Complete Metabolic Panel - 80053
• General health Panel - 80050
• Lipid Panel - 80061 (Correct answer)
• Renal Function Panel - 80069