Which CPT code corresponds to an established patient E/M re-exam Level 2 - straightforward, minimal 10-19 minutes?

• A. 99212
• B. 99213
• C. 99214
• D. 99202

Answer: (A)

For an established patient re-exam that’s considered Level 2 with straightforward medical decision making and minimal time, the correct code is the one assigned for about 10–19 minutes of face-to-face work. This code reflects a brief re-evaluation with straightforward decision making, which fits a Level 2 established patient visit. The longer time ranges (20–29 minutes for Level 3 and 30–39 minutes for Level 4) correspond to higher levels of complexity or duration, so they’re not appropriate here. The new-patient code listed is not applicable to an established patient. So 99212 best matches a straightforward, brief re-exam for an established patient.