Which description matches CPT code 99214?

• A. E/M established patient (re-exam) Level 4 - moderate 30-39 minutes.
• B. E/M new patient Level 4 - moderate 30-44 minutes.
• C. E/M established patient (re-exam) Level 3 - low 20-29 minutes.
• D. E/M new patient Level 2 - straightforward 15-29 minutes.

Answer: (A)

CPT 99214 is an office/outpatient E/M code for an established patient encounter with moderate complexity. The “re-exam” flag indicates a follow-up evaluation of a known problem, after prior care, rather than a first-time visit. The Level 4 designation corresponds to moderate medical decision making and/or documentation, with the typical time spent around 30–39 minutes. This combination—established patient, re-evaluation, level 4, and the 30–39 minute range—best matches 99214.

The other descriptions describe different scenarios: a new patient encounter uses a different code, and a lower level (or a different time window) would align with a less complex visit.