The Attending Physician Requests a Consultation from a Cardiologist

question 722

Multiple Choice

The attending physician requests a consultation from a cardiologist. The cardiologist takes a detailed history, performs a detailed examination, and utilizes moderate medical decision making. The cardiologist orders diagnostic tests and prescribe medication. He documents his findings in the patient's medical record and communicates in writing with the attending physician. The following day the consultant visits the patient to evaluate the patient' sresponse to the medication, to review results from the diagnostic test, and to discuss treatment options. What codes should the consultant report for the two visits?

• A) an initial inpatient consult and a follow-up consult
• B) an initial inpatient consult for both visits
• C) an initial inpatient consult and a subsequent hospital visit
• D) an initial inpatient consult and initial hospital care