George sees Dr. Mallard in his office. Dr. Mallard sends George immediately to be admitted into the hospital. The E/M code will be chosen from subsection:

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Since Dr. Mallard sends George immediately to be admitted into the hospital, the E/M code should be chosen from the initial hospital care subsection. This subsection is specifically for E/M services provided by a provider whose initial service to the patient is performed in the hospital setting.

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