Question

question 1

mr. andrews, a 34-year-old male, visits dr. parkers office at the request of dr. smith for a neurological consultation. he presents with complaints of weakness, numbness, and pain in his left hand and arm. dr. parker examines the patient and sends his recommendations and a written report back to dr. smith for the care of the patient. which category or subcategory of evaluation and management codes would be selected for the visit to dr. parker?

outpatient consultation
office visit, new patient
case management services
office visit, established patient

Explanation:

Analyze the clinical scenario and referral request

The patient, Mr. Andrews, visits Dr. Parker's office at the request of Dr. Smith for a neurological consultation. Dr. Parker performs an examination and sends recommendations and a written report back to Dr. Smith.

Determine the E/M category

A consultation is a type of evaluation and management service provided by a physician or other qualified health care professional at the request of another physician to recommend care or determine whether to accept responsibility for ongoing management. Because the visit occurs in Dr. Parker's office (an outpatient setting) and meets all criteria for a consultation (request, render opinion/evaluation, and report back), it is classified as an outpatient consultation.

Answer:

• Outpatient consultation (Correct answer)
• Office visit, new patient
• Case management services
• Office visit, established patient