Prolonged evaluation and management service before and/or after direct patient care, each additional 30 minutes
CPT code 99359 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, 99359 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 use ensures accurate documentation of efforts in providing extended care during patient encounters in the inpatient setting.
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CPT Code
99476
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CPT Code
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