A physician who is part of a medical group practice saw a patient today who had not been treated by the practice for 7 years. The patient presented with a persistent cough and some congestion. The physician performed a medically appropriate history and examination. The patient is diabetic, which is controlled with diet and medication. The physician ordered lab work and a CXR. The physician prescribed medication for the cough and congestion and gave the patient a new prescription for his diabetic medication. The patient was asked to return in 1 week. Provider used low level of decision making. Choose the appropriate evaluation and management code for today's encounter:

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The patient is considered a new patient because they have not been seen by the practice in over 3 years. The level of decision making was low, which aligns with code 99203 for a new patient with a low level of medical decision making.

A Physician Who Is Part of a Medical Group Practice