Free ACDIS CCDS-O Practice Test & Real Exam Questions

  • Exam Code/Number: CCDS-O
  • Exam Name/Title: Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist-Outpatient
  • Certification Provider: ACDIS
  • Corresponding Certification: Clinical Documentation Specialist
  • Exam Questions: 137
  • Updated On: Jun 13, 2026
Which of the following conditions is commonly treated with the medication sertraline?
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
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In which of the following situations would a yes/no query format be considered compliant?
Correct Answer: A Vote an answer
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Upon review of payer data, a decrease in RAF scores for the organization is noted. After reviewing internal metrics, a CDI specialist notes an increase in the volume of HCC queries across the organization, with accurate coding confirmed. Which of the following is the MOST plausible explanation for these findings?
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
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In a year over year comparison, the total number of patients with the more specific diagnosis of morbid obesity versus unspecified obesity increased from 10,000 patients to 11,000 patients. Which of the following is the hypothetical increase in yearly reserve for that patient population? (Morbid obesity HCC value = 0.186 and PMPM = $800.00)
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
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A patient presents to the clinic with indwelling Foley catheter, symptoms of fatigue, and low back pain with BPH. Labs reveal WBC 20, and the urine culture is positive for E. coli. Prescription antibiotics are ordered for a UTI. Which of the following is the BEST query opportunity?
Correct Answer: B Vote an answer
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Which entity is tasked by CMS to process both Part A and Part B beneficiary claims?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer
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Which of the following are appropriate clinical indicators to support a query related to alcohol dependency in remission?
Correct Answer: C Vote an answer
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Calculate the expected yearly cost for this patient based on the RAF score.
Correct Answer: B Vote an answer
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Documentation states: "Patient with history of STEMI five weeks ago. Returning to office for follow-up. Problem list includes CAD, hypertension, heart failure, leukemia, malnutrition, and atrial fibrillation, all were relevant to the encounter. CBC and WBC reviewed and referred to oncologist. Follow-up with dietitian to further evaluate nutritional status." Which of the following is the MOST impactful risk adjusted query opportunity?
Correct Answer: D Vote an answer
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