Answer:
c.99203
Step-by-step explanation:
The phrase “three of three” means that components: history, exam, and medical decision-making (MDM) must meet or exceed the requirements of the E/M code descriptor while “two of three” means two of the components must meet or exceed the code requirements. For a new patient three of the components are used
A method used to provide the correct E/M service level and code is writing the letters H, E, M (H = History, E = Exam, M = MDM), and marking the level of each key component as you go through.
For the above question: since the patient is new; the three components would be used
History: detailed = supports a level 3 new patient service
Exam: detailed = supports a level 3 new patient service
MDM: moderate = supports a level 4 new patient service
So:
H: Det = 3
E: Det = 3
M: Mod = 4
In this case, because all three components must meet the code descriptor requirements, proper coding is 99203.