Dr. Taylor reviewed the x-ray report on her patient and then discussed the results with him by telephone. Which E/M subsection would be referenced to assign the appropriate code?
a. Non-face-to-face physician services
b. Office or other outpatient consultation
c. Preventive medicine
d. Other evaluation/management
Question 2
A problem that runs a definite and prescribed course, is transient in nature, and is not likely to permanently alter health status is _____.
a. minimal
b. self-limited
c. of low severity
d. of moderate severity
Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
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An example of a medical history sheet to list patient problems.
Apply direct pressure to the patient’s wound.
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