Oh, dude, CPT code 99214 is just a fancy way of saying "office or other outpatient visit for an established patient, typically 25 minutes." It's like the secret code doctors use to bill for spending quality time with you during your appointment. So, next time you see it on your medical bill, just know they're not charging you for the bad magazines in the waiting room.
CPT Code 99214- Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient.
99214
CPT Code 99214- Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient.
CPT Code 99214- Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of an established patient.
99212 99213 99214
Per CPT Assistant, October 2006, both CPT codes would be reported as for a new patient. The 99214 is incorrect per this instruction.
99214
Review Modifier -59 is if applicable
99211, 99212, 99213, 99214, or 99215
The answer is 99214 you will find this on page ten of your CPT manual 2010 version.
Code 99214 is a Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code used for outpatient office visits. It typically indicates an established patient visit that requires a moderate level of complexity, usually involving a detailed medical history, an examination, and medical decision-making of moderate complexity. This code is generally used when the visit involves addressing multiple health issues or requires more time and resources than a lower-level visit code.
Medical procedure code 99214 is a Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code used to bill for an established patient office visit that involves a moderate level of complexity. It typically signifies a visit that lasts 25 to 40 minutes and includes a comprehensive evaluation and management of the patient's condition. This code is often used for patients with stable chronic illnesses or new problems that require moderate medical decision-making. It is important for healthcare providers to document the visit appropriately to justify the use of this code.