Outpatient seizures case studies

Outpatient E/M Case Studies

Accurate CPT code selection for outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services is essential, especially under the revised 2021 guidelines. This resource provides a comparative look at real-world case studies involving pediatric patients with seizure disorders—each demonstrating how time-based billing and medical decision making (MDM) factor into appropriate code levels. 


Young girl sits in medical office with woman doctor holding her chin and a reflex hammer

12-Year-old female with seizures

Total time* for outpatient E/M in 2021

Refer to the following tables for correct code selection when billing based on time for outpatient E/M Services:

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