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Minimal Risk |
This is the lowest level of risk possible. It is required for benign encounters such as a level 1 new office patient (99201) or a level 2 office visit with established patient (99202).
This level of risk requires ONE element in ANY of the following three categories:
Presenting Problem(s)
- One self-limited or minor problem (e.g., insect bite, cold)
Diagnostic Procedure(s)
- Lab tests
- Chest X-ray
- EKG/EEG
- Urinalysis
- Ultrasound/Echocardiography
- KOH prep
Management Options Selected
- Rest
- Gargles
- Elastic bandages
- Superficial dressings
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