Dr. Black, a cardiologist, today is seeing Mrs. Smythe, a 72-year-old Medicare patient, at the request of her internist regarding her chronic atrial fibrillation. After a comprehensive history, comprehensive cardiology-specific examination, and decision making of moderate complexity, Dr. Black prescribes some adjustments to her medications and sends a letter to her internist with his findings and suggested follow-up. Select the appropriate CPT and ICD-10-CM codes.

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The correct ICD-10-CM code for chronic atrial fibrillation is I48.2, and the appropriate CPT code for a new patient office or other outpatient visit requiring these specific components (comprehensive history, comprehensive examination, and moderate complexity decision-making) is 99204.

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