CPT Code 99284 - Emergency department visit for the evaluation and management of a patient, which requires these 3 key components:
A detailed history;
A detailed examination; and
Medical decision making of moderate complexity.
Counseling and/or coordination of care with other providers or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the patient's and/or family's needs.
Usually, the presenting problem(s) are of high severity, and require urgent evaluation by the physician but do not pose an immediate significant threat to life or physiologic function.
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