Inpatient consultation for a new or established patient, which requires these 3 key components: a problem focused history; a problem focused examination; and straightforward medical decision making. counseling and/or coordination of care with other physicians, other qualified health care professionals, or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the patient’s and/or family’s needs. usually, the presenting problem(s) are self limited or minor. typically, 20 minutes are spent at the bedside and on the patient’s hospital floor or unit.
Inpatient consultation for a new or established patient, which requires these 3 key components: a problem focused history; a problem focused examination; and straightforward medical decision making. counseling and/or coordination of care with other physicians, other qualified health care professionals, or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the patient’s and/or family’s needs. usually, the presenting problem(s) are self limited or minor. typically, 20 minutes are spent at the bedside and on the patient’s hospital floor or unit.
