The Patient Was Seen in the Emergency Department for a Severe

Multiple Choice

The patient was seen in the emergency department for a severe laceration to the right forearm, following a work injury. The on-call physician performed an expanded problem-focused history assessment and examination, and then sutured the complicated wound using 25-0 vicryl sutures in three subcutaneous layers. The patient was prescribed prophylactic antibiotics and released from the emergency department. The patient was instructed to return to his PCP in one week for a follow-up appointment. The MDM was moderate. What is the correct level of E&M service?

A) 99284
B) 99282
C) 99283
D) 99291