Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) — Question 115

Which of the following contains a list of coding edits developed by CMS in an effort to promote correct coding nationwide and to prevent the inappropriate unbundling of related services?

Answer options

• A. National Coverage Determination (NCD)
• B. National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI)
• C. CPT Assistant
• D. Health care Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), which specifically addresses coding edits aimed at preventing unbundling. Option A, National Coverage Determination (NCD), pertains to coverage decisions rather than coding. Option C, CPT Assistant, provides guidance on CPT codes but does not serve as a coding edit initiative. Option D, HCPCS, refers to a coding system rather than a list of coding edits.