99214 vs 99215 questions/frustrations

I may not be fully up to speed on the new billing code criteria for 2021. My basic understanding is that billing on complexity, the subjective and objective don't matter anymore, it's all about the medical decision making. And basically 2+ diagnoses of chronic conditions is a 99214. My frustration lies in the fact if I see someone with depression, anxiety, and suicidality, I'm dealing with a potentially severe situation. The suicide risk assessment takes time and carries risk, and a... Read more
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