Overview
CPT 99282 represents an Emergency Department (ED) visit for a patient who requires an expanded, problem-focused history and examination, and straightforward medical decision-making. This level of care includes slightly more complex interventions than Level 1 and may involve basic diagnostic tests or simple treatments.
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Type A: APC 613
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Type B: APC 627
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HCPCS: G0381
Possible Interventions
Could include interventions from previous levels, plus any of:
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Tests by ED Staff (Urine dip, stool hemoccult, Accucheck or Dextrostix)
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Visual Acuity (Snellen)
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Obtain clean catch urine
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Apply ace wrap or sling
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Prep or assist with procedures such as: minor laceration repair, I&D of simple abscess, etc.
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Discussion of Discharge Instructions (Simple)
Potential Symptoms/Examples Which Support the Interventions
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Localized skin rash, lesion, sunburn
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Minor viral infection
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Eye discharge – painless
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Ear pain
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Urinary frequency without fever
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Simple trauma (with no X-rays)
Key Notes for Coders
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Level 2 visits typically involve one or two minor procedures or diagnostic tests.
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Document both the interventions and patient symptoms to justify this level of service.
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If the visit involves more complex testing or multiple reassessments, consider whether a higher-level code (e.g., 99283) is warranted.
Next in the series: ACEP ED Facility Level 3 – Moderate Resource Use.
