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CPT Code 99255 - Inpatient consultation for a new or established patient, which requires these 3 key components:

A comprehensive history;

A comprehensive examination; and

Medical decision making of high complexity.

Counseling and/or coordination of care with other providers or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the patient's and/or family's needs.

Usually, the presenting problem(s) are of moderate to high severity. Physicians typically spend 110 minutes at the bedside and on the patient's hospital floor or unit.

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