99350

99350 is a Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code. CPT codes are a standardized medical code set used by physicians and other healthcare providers to report procedures and services performed. Specifically, 99350 is associated with medical care services. It is generally used to describe a physician's time spent providing care in a hospital setting, either inpatient or observation, when the patient is not present. This could include activities like reviewing charts, consulting with other providers, or coordinating care, all performed without the patient physically being there. The code is time-based, meaning the duration of the physician's documented effort directly influences the billing and reimbursement for the service. It's important for healthcare providers to accurately document the time spent and the services rendered to justify the use of this code. The specific guidelines and requirements for using 99350 are detailed within the official CPT manual and are subject to periodic updates by the American Medical Association. This code is not a diagnosis code; it describes a service provided.