AAPC Evaluation and Management TEST QUESTIONS CORRECTRY ANSWERED LATEST UPDATE 2023

AAPC Evaluation and Management TEST QUESTIONS CORRECTRY ANSWERED LATEST UPDATE 2023 Mr. Andrews, a 34-year-old male, visits Dr. Parker's office at the request of Dr. Smith for a neurological consultation. He presents with complaints of weakness, numbness, and pain in his left hand and arm. Dr. Parker examines the patient and sends his recommendations and a written report back to Dr. Smith for the care of the patient. Which category or subcategory of evaluation and management codes would be selected for the visit to Dr. Parker? - ANSWER Outpatient consultation Rationale: Dr. Smith requests Dr. Parker to see Mr. Andrews for a neurologic consultation. Dr. Parker evaluates the patient and provides a written report to Dr. Smith with a recommendation. The requirements for a consultation have been met and an evaluation and management code from outpatient consultation would be selected.