Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s), each additional 10 minutes
Prolonged Evaluation and Management (E/M) services are crucial in certain situations, requiring precise coding to capture the extended nature of patient encounters. CPT code 99416 designates prolonged service in the office or other outpatient 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 patients beyond the typical duration of E/M services.
99416 plays a crucial role in E/M services, representing prolonged service in the office or other outpatient setting. Healthcare providers utilize this code when engaging in prolonged face-to-face time with patients, extending beyond the usual duration of E/M services. Its application ensures accurate documentation of efforts in providing extended care during patient encounters.
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Additional CPT Codes
CPT Code
99407
Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit, intensive, greater than 10 minutes
CPT Code
99421
Online digital E&M service, for an established patient, for up to 7 days, cumulative time during the 7 days; 5-10 minutes
CPT Code
99375