Question 1
Under the 2023 AMA CPT revisions, which element is used to determine the level of an emergency department E/M service (99281-99285)?
Correct Answer:
Medical decision making (MDM) only
Question 2
A patient presents to the ED with an acute uncomplicated illness (UTI) and is treated with prescription antibiotics. The provider documents one self-limited problem reviewed and prescription drug management. What is the most appropriate ED E/M code?
Correct Answer:
99283
Question 3
Which scenario best supports reporting 99285 (high-complexity ED E/M)?
Correct Answer:
A patient with acute STEMI requiring emergent cath lab activation
Question 4
A 72-year-old presents with chest pain, undifferentiated. The provider orders troponins, EKG, and CXR; reviews prior records; and discusses the case with cardiology. What is the data element complexity?
Correct Answer:
Extensive
Question 5
Per CPT, which problem category counts as 'one acute illness with systemic symptoms' for ED E/M MDM?
Correct Answer:
Pyelonephritis with fever and vomiting
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