99238 Hosp inpatient/obs dschrg management 30/<
Also known as: discharge management, hospital discharge day, same-day discharge, hospital discharge day management 30 min or less, discharge summary
Hospital inpatient or observation care, discharge day management for a patient with 30 minutes or less of physician or qualified health professional time spent on final hospital visit and discharge activities.
Clinical Context
Used for hospital or observation discharge management when the physician or qualified health professional spends 30 minutes or less on discharge-related activities, including final examination, education, and discharge planning.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.50 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.62 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.12 |
| Total RVU | 2.24 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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