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A patient is started on Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis. The physician schedules CBC and LFTs every 2 weeks to monitor for potential bone marrow suppression and hepatotoxicity. Risk level?
Show answer →High. Drug therapy requiring intensive monitoring for toxicity is High Risk. Criteria: 1) The drug has potential for serious morbidity/death. 2) Monitoring is for toxicity, not therapeutic effect. 3) Monitoring occurs at least quarterly.\
A patient is seen for a sore throat. A rapid strep test is performed and is positive. The physician prescribes Amoxicillin. No other symptoms or comorbidities are addressed. What is the MDM Problem level?
Show answer →Low. This is the definition of an Acute, uncomplicated illness or injury. These are typically self-limited or minor problems that respond well to standard treatment. Other exam examples include simple cystitis, vaginitis, or a skin strain. AAPC Note: Even if a prescription is written (which is Moderate Risk), the Problem Complexity component remains Low. Remember that MDM level is determined by the highest 2 out of 3 components.
An ED physician evaluates a patient with a high fever and severe abdominal pain. MDM is Moderate. The physician documents a comprehensive history and comprehensive exam. Which CPT code is chosen?
Show answer →99284. Coding is based strictly on MDM level. Moderate MDM corresponds to 99284. Even though the physician documented comprehensive components, these no longer drive the code level under 2023+ guidelines. AAPC Strategy: Don't be upcoded by high-level history/exam documentation. Always look at the MDM table first. 99282 = Straightforward; 99283 = Low; 99284 = Moderate; 99285 = High.
A physician spends 60 minutes in the ICU. This includes 15 minutes spent performing an endotracheal intubation (31500). What is the total reportable critical care time?
Show answer →45 minutes. Endotracheal intubation (31500) is NOT bundled into critical care codes. The time spent performing non-bundled procedures must be excluded from the critical care time calculation. Final Report: 99291 (for the 45 mins) and 31500. AAPC Tip: Always subtract time for non-bundled procedures like central lines, chest tubes, and intubation.
A patient with a previous C-section attempts a VBAC but ultimately requires a repeat C-section. The same physician provided all global care. What is the correct CPT code?
Show answer →CPT 59618. This code describes Routine obstetric care including antepartum care, cesarean delivery, and postpartum care, following attempted vaginal delivery after previous cesarean delivery. CPC Tip: Always look for attempted vaginal delivery in the documentation for patients with prior C-sections. 59618 is specific to the failed VBAC scenario within a global context.
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