What is Medical procedure code 99291?

Answer 1

Medical procedure code 99291 is used to bill for critical care evaluation and management services provided to a patient, typically in an inpatient setting. It specifically applies to the first 30-74 minutes of critical care time spent by a physician or qualified healthcare professional, addressing the needs of patients with acute, life-threatening conditions. This code is often accompanied by additional codes if more time is spent on critical care services.