Ophthalmic Coding Specialist Study Questions

Category - Opthalmological Coding Certification Practice Test

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a global package?
  1. The surgical procedure
  2. Follow-up appointments related to the procedure, within the global period
  3. Appointments for problems that are not related to the procedure
  4. Appointments for problems that are related to the procedure
Explanation
Answer: C - Appointments for problems that are not related to the procedure are not typically included in a global package. Global packages include: all aspects of a surgical service, including, but not limited to the surgical procedure itself, any follow-up appointments within the global period, and appointments for problems related to the surgical procedure. Appointments for problems that are not related to the surgery are always separate charges, regardless of whether they occur within the global period or not.
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