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CPT Code 99203: Complete Billing, Audit Defense and Claim Compliance Guide [2026]

CPT Code 99203 billing guide for new patient visits with low MDM, 30–44 minutes time requirement, documentation tips, audit risks, and reimbursement optimization

What Is CPT Code 99203? CPT code 99203 is an evaluation and management (E/M) code used for new patient office or outpatient visits requiring a medically appropriate history and/or examination and low medical decision making complexity, with a total encounter time of 30 to 44 minutes. It’s also among the most frequently audited new patient […]