1. On the third morning after admission in the hospital, patient's fever has increased to 104 with rapid, shallow breathing and abdominal swelling. The attending physician requests a consultation from infectious disease specialist, who documents a comprehensive history and physical examination, a medical decision making of moderate complexity. And 115 minutes of intraservice time spent at the patient's bedside, on the patient's floor in conversation with the family, and the radiology department (two floors below) independently reviewing the images of the radiologic scans. Which of the following reflects the MOST appropriate CPT code for this service?
A. 99253
B. 99223
C. 99255
D. 99254
Question 2
Which of the following BEST defines a skilled nursing facility?
A. A healthcare facility that provide transitional, rehabilitative care for patients who require care and services for a short period of time
B. 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
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 extended healthcare services for patients who require extensive or ongoing care, therapeutic support, or assistance with activities of daily living
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