Author Question: Fifteen days after admission into the Fair Willow Nursing Facility, the attending physician ... (Read 78 times)

dmcintosh · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Fifteen days after admission into the Fair Willow Nursing Facility, the attending physician discusses the patient's stay at Fair Willows and the expected care the patient will require in the near future. The patient and family indicate understanding of everything discussed during the 40 minutes counseling and coordination of care. Which of the following reflects the MOST appropriate CPT code for this service?

A. 99307
B. 99316
C. 99318
D. 99315

Question 2

Which of the following BEST defines an intermediate care facility?

A. 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
B. A healthcare facility that provide transitional, rehabilitative care for patients who require care and services for a short period of time
C. 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
D. 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