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11. Dr. Goodwin (an internist) saw Ms. Purdue. Dr. Goodwin suspected a gynecological problem. Dr. Goodwin called Dr. Thomas (
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* If a physician perform Evaluation and management services for a patient

due to the request of another physician is called consultation.

* So Dr.Thomas's service in the office can be coded as an office consultation.

   (99241 - 99245).

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