Question

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what two factors may be considered in assigning an outpatient visit code?
multiple choice
○ medical decision making or time
○ treatment or time
○ exam or history
○ treatment or history

Explanation:

Outpatient visit coding (e.g., E/M codes) relies on key components: medical decision-making complexity and time spent with the patient. These are core factors in assigning accurate codes, distinguishing from narrower options like treatment, exam, or history alone.

Answer:

medical decision making or time