Observation E/M codes (99218-99220) are used when:
A) A patient is admitted and discharged on the same date.
B) A patient is admitted for routine nursing care following surgery.
C) A patient does not meet admission criteria.
D) A patient is placed in designated observation status.
Answer: D) A patient is placed in designated observation status.
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