Dr. O'Connor treated a 42-year-old male in the hospital emergency department. The patient complained of right lower quadrant pain and of feeling faint. Dr. O'Connor documented a chief complaint, a brief history of present illness, and a systemic review of the gastrointestinal system and respiratory system. Dr. O'Connor also documented a complete examination of all body systems, which included all required elements. Medical decision making was of moderate complexity. Report code _____.
a. 99281
b. 99282
c. 99283
d. 99284
Answer: C. 99283
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