Counseling with a Patient or Family Can Be Considered in Coding

question 27

Multiple Choice

Counseling with a patient or family can be considered in coding an evaluation and management (E/M) service if it pertains to:

• A) results of diagnostic testing.
• B) prognosis.
• C) risks and benefits of treatment options.
• D) all of the above.

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