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The documentation reflects the patient's discharge from the hospital after a 2-day stay. The discharge process required 45 minutes to instruct the patient on the appropriate self-care, medications, and concerning signs and symptoms.
 
  Which of the following E/M service codes best reflects the documented service? a. 99217
  b. 99239
  c. 99316
  d. 99233

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Dr. Lingenbary has been Johnny's primary care physician for 3 years and has been unsuccessful in treating Johnny's irritating cough. Dr. Lingenbary requests that Dr. Hapilung accept the care of Johnny's irritating cough. Although Dr.
 
  Lingenbary will continue to provide primary care for Johnny in every other aspect of health, the care for Johnny's irritating cough will be provided by Dr. Hapilung. Which of the following E/M service categories best reflects the documented service? a. Observation care services
  b. Consultation services
  c. Transfer of care
  d. Office or other outpatient


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lucas dlamini

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b) 99239

Answer to Question 2

c) Transfer of care


rl

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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