A 47-year-old patient suffering from a productive cough, fever and headache presents to her regular physician after living out of the country for five years. The physician documents the expanded problem focused history, a detailed physical examination, and prescribes antibiotics for this new presenting problem. Which of the following reflects the MOST appropriate CPT code for this service?
A. 99203
B. 99213
C. 99202
D. 99214
Question 2
Which of the following BEST defines a long-term care facility?
A. A healthcare facility that provides housing for chronically ill patients who require a variety of healthcare services, including nursing care; physical, speech, or occupational therapy; rehabilitation; and other services of care
B. A healthcare facility that provide extended healthcare services for patients who require extensive or ongoing care, therapeutic support, or assistance with activities of daily living
C. A healthcare facility that offers intensive therapeutic treatment or support for a patient whose condition does not warrant admission into an inpatient facility; most commonly provides psychiatric and mental healthcare
D. A healthcare facility that provide transitional, rehabilitative care for patients who require care and services for a short period of time
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