Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes
Prolonged Evaluation and Management (E/M) services are crucial in certain situations, demanding precise coding to capture the extended nature of patient encounters. CPT code 99379 designates prolonged service in the inpatient setting, requiring direct patient contact beyond the usual service time. This code is applied when healthcare providers engage in prolonged face-to-face time with inpatients beyond the typical duration of E/M services.
In the realm of E/M services, 99379 plays a crucial role, representing prolonged service in the inpatient setting. Healthcare providers utilize this code when engaging in prolonged face-to-face time with inpatients, extending beyond the usual duration of E/M services. Its application ensures accurate documentation of efforts in providing extended care during patient encounters in the inpatient setting.
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Additional CPT Codes
CPT Code
99424
Online digital E&M, for a new patient, for up to 7 days, cumulative time during the 7 days; 5-10 minutes
CPT Code
99441-99443
Telephone E/M services for established patients
CPT Code
99429