99212 CPT Code: Understanding Office & Outpatient Visit Reporting

The CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code 99212 is used for office or other outpatient visits that range from simple (eg, 15 minutes or less) to moderate (eg, 16-30 minutes).

This code, established by the American Medical Association (AMA), is used by healthcare professionals to report this service to insurance companies and other payers. It provides specific information about the level of service provided, such as the complexity of the patient's condition, the amount of time spent with the patient, and any additional procedures or tests that were performed.