What is the difference between an acute, uncomplicated illness and an acute illness with systemic symptoms?
Q:When using the 2023 Evaluation and Management (E/M) guidelines, what is the difference between an acute, uncomplicated illness and an acute illness with systemic symptoms?
A:The 2023 CPT definitions for both sets of guidelines define each of these terms.
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Renee Dowling is a compliance auditor at Sansum Clinic, LLC, in Santa Barbara, California.
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