What is medical billing code 99211-99215?

Answer 1

Medical billing codes 99211-99215 are part of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes used to categorize outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services provided by healthcare professionals. These codes indicate different levels of complexity and time spent during patient encounters, with 99211 representing the lowest level of service (typically a brief visit) and 99215 representing the highest level (involving more comprehensive evaluation and decision-making). These codes help ensure proper billing and reimbursement for services rendered based on the complexity of patient care.