AAPC CPC READINESS EXAM Q & S 2026/2027

AAPC CPC READINESS EXAM Q & S ©2026/2027
1. Which CPT® code should be used for a laparoscopic
appendectomy?
 A) 44950
 B) 44960
 C) 44970
 D) 44955
 Answer: C) 44970

 Rationale: CPT® code 44970 is used for a laparoscopic
appendectomy according to CPT® guidelines.
2. What ICD-10-CM code is used for a primary diagnosis
of Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative
diabetic retinopathy without macular edema?
 A) E11.329
 B) E11.359
 C) E11.339
 D) E11.329
 Answer: C) E11.339
 Rationale: E11.339 is the appropriate code for Type 2
diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic
retinopathy without the presence of macular edema.
3. HCPCS Level II codes are used for what type of
services?