David, 23 Months Old, Is Critically Ill, in the NICU

question 2

Multiple Choice

David, 23 months old, is critically ill, in the NICU at City Hospital. Dr. Katzman provides critical care services, including endotracheal intubation and an umbilical arterial catheter. He saw David yesterday when he admitted him. How are Dr. Katzman's services coded?

• A) 99469
• B) 99471
• C) 99472
• D) 99476

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