99283 Emergency dept visit low mdm
Also known as: ED visit low complexity, emergency low, ER low severity, ED visit level 3, moderate complexity ER visit
Emergency department visit for the evaluation and management of a patient with low medical decision-making complexity.
Clinical Context
Used for emergency department visits with low medical decision-making complexity, such as single acute problems without significant systemic involvement or minor chronic disease exacerbations.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.60 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.28 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.20 |
| Total RVU | 2.08 |
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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