What is hcpcs code 99241?

Answer 1

HCPCS code 99241 refers to an office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of a patient, typically requiring a low level of complexity. This visit usually involves a problem-focused history, examination, and medical decision-making of low complexity. It is specifically used for new patients or established patients with new problems that do not require extensive workup or management. This code is part of the outpatient E/M service codes established by the American Medical Association.