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A 47-year-old woman presents to her regular physician with a chief complaint of painful urination and dizziness. The woman has been living in a different state for five years; this is her first visit after returning to the area. The physician documents a comprehensive history, a detailed physical examination, and a moderate medical decision making. What is the MOST appropriate overall level for the E/M service?
 
  A. Office or other outpatient site, new patient Level 2
  B. Office or other outpatient site, established patient Level 3
  C. Office or other outpatient site, new patient, Level 3
  D. Office or other outpatient site, established patient, Level 4

Question 2

Which of the following BEST defines a presenting problem of minimal severity?
 
  A. A problem that, if untreated, has a high risk of significant morbidity or mortality or an extreme, negative impact on the patient's health or ability to function
  B. A problem that may not require the presence of a physician, but is provided under the supervision of a physician
  C. A problem that has a specific course and is not chronic in nature, and is not likely to permanently impact the patient's long term health, and poses little risk of mortality without treatment
  D. A problem that, if untreated, may lead to increased morbidity and may even significantly impact the patient's health or ability to function



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Ahernandez18

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B




ahriuashd

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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