What is the correct E/M code for this service?

Office Visit
Date of service: 1/3/14 Last date of treatment: 2/12/11
The patient is seen for a cough and sore throat. The physician performs a problem-
focused history, expanded problem-focused examination, and medical decision making is
straightforward.
a. 99201
b. 99202
c. 99211
d. 99212


d. 99212

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