Office consultation, high complexity
Reflecting a pinnacle in Evaluation and Management (E/M) services, CPT code 99245 designates an inpatient consultation with a comprehensive assessment and high-complexity decision-making. This code is reserved for medical encounters demanding an exhaustive evaluation and intricate decision-making processes.
99245 comes into play when healthcare professionals conduct in-depth consultations with patients admitted to a hospital setting. The code signifies encounters that require a comprehensive assessment, involving an extensive examination and high-complexity decision-making. Its application ensures accurate documentation of the intensity and sophistication inherent in managing patients with severe and intricate health conditions.
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Additional CPT Codes
CPT Code
99252
Inpatient consultation, straightforward complexity
CPT Code
99454
Remote Monitoring Treatment Management
CPT Code
99406