question 9

a 3-year-old critically ill child is admitted to the picu from the er with respiratory failure due to an exacerbation of asthma not manageable in the er. the provider starts continuous bronchodilator therapy and pharmacologic support along with cardiovascular monitoring and possible mechanical ventilation support. the provider documents a comprehensive history and exam, and orders are written after treatment is initiated. what is the cpt® code for this encounter?

99475
99476
99284
99291

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question 9

a 3-year-old critically ill child is admitted to the picu from the er with respiratory failure due to an exacerbation of asthma not manageable in the er. the provider starts continuous bronchodilator therapy and pharmacologic support along with cardiovascular monitoring and possible mechanical ventilation support. the provider documents a comprehensive history and exam, and orders are written after treatment is initiated. what is the cpt® code for this encounter?

99475
99476
99284
99291

Accepted Answer

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(A) 99475

(B) 99476

(C) 99284

(D) 99291

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Identify patient age and clinical status

Determine the appropriate CPT code category

Select the specific CPT code

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