Which of the following is the correct CPT code for an established patient, home visit, problem-focused interval history and examination, straightforward medical decision making, 15... Which of the following is the correct CPT code for an established patient, home visit, problem-focused interval history and examination, straightforward medical decision making, 15 minutes face-to-face time? Which of the following is the correct CPT code for a new patient office visit, medically appropriate history and physical, high-complexity decision making, and 15 minutes total time spent on the date of the encounter? Which of the following is the correct CPT code for a test for cyanide?
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The questions are asking for the correct CPT codes for various medical scenarios involving patient types and specific timeframes for consultations or tests.
Answer
99348, 99205, 82600
The correct CPT code for the established patient home visit is 99348, for the new patient office visit is 99205, and for the cyanide test is 82600.
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The correct CPT code for the established patient home visit is 99348, for the new patient office visit is 99205, and for the cyanide test is 82600.
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CPT code 99348 is used for domiciliary or home visits for an established patient with straightforward medical decision making. CPT code 99205 is for a new patient office visit with high complexity and medically appropriate history and examination. 82600 is the lab test code for cyanide.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing codes for new and established patients. Always check if the scenario mentions a new or established patient and make sure you understand the level of decision making required.
Sources
- FFS PNP.PA Outpatient Billing Codes.pdf - stage-cq5.optumhealthsandiego.com
- 2023 Evaluation and Management CPT Code Updates - help.elationhealth.com
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