Which coding system would you use to report non-physician services, supplies, equipment, and certain drugs not included in CPT?

• A. ICD-10-CM
• B. CPT
• C. HCPCS Level II
• D. ICD-10-PCS

Answer: (C)

HCPCS Level II is the coding system used for reporting items and services not included in CPT, such as non-physician services, supplies, equipment, and certain drugs. CPT codes cover physician procedures and services, while ICD-10-CM handles diagnoses and ICD-10-PCS handles inpatient procedures. When you need to code items like durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, supplies, or drugs not in CPT, HCPCS Level II is the appropriate choice. These alphanumeric codes are widely used by Medicare and other payers to reimburse these items.