Question

Telephone evaluation and management services performed with follow-up next morning in office. What E/M services would be appropriate?

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99443
99441
99442

Answer 1

Appropriate E/M services for telephone evaluation and management with follow-up in the office include reporting and documenting medical history, assessing and managing symptoms, providing advice, prescribing treatment, and arranging follow-up care.

Step-by-step explanation:

When evaluating and managing telephone services with follow-up in the office, appropriate E/M (Evaluation and Management) services would include:

• Reporting and documentation of the medical history of the patient.
• Assessment and management of the patient's symptoms or condition.
• Providing medical advice or guidance.
• Prescribing medication or treatment.
• Arranging for any necessary follow-up care.

These services can be billed using the appropriate E/M codes for telephone services, such as CPT codes 99441, 99442, and 99443, depending on the complexity and duration of the encounter.