AMA CPT® Assistant - 2014 Issue 12 (December)

Evaluation and Management: Preventive Medicine Services (Bonus Q&A) (December 2014)

December 2014 page 18 Evaluation and Management: Preventive Medicine Services Question: How is the extent of preventive care evaluation and management (E/M) services determined? Answer: The extent and focus of the services will depend largely on the age of the patient. For example, an E/M preventive service for a 28-year-old woman may include performing a pelvic examination, breast examination, and blood pressure check, and obtaining a Pap smear. Counseling is provided regarding diet and exercise, substance use, and sexual activity. On the other hand, an E/M preventive service for a 13-year-old girl who is an established patient may include...

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