AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) — Question 125

A Medicare patient is scheduled for a screening colonoscopy.
What code is reported for Medicare?

Answer options

• A. G0106
• B. G0121
• C. 45378
• D. G0105

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct code for a screening colonoscopy under Medicare is G0105, which specifically covers screening services. The other codes, such as G0106 and G0121, pertain to different types of colorectal screening, while 45378 is used for diagnostic colonoscopies rather than screenings.