A 48-year-old, who is an established patient, visited his family physician for a physical required

A 48-year-old, who is an established patient, visited his family physician for a physical required by his employer. The physician documented an age- and gender-appropriate history and physical examination and ordered a series of routine tests, including a chest X ray and electrocardiogram. In addition, the physician counseled the patient about his smoking habit. What would be the appropriate code to report?

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