“Risk” E/M Element OTC Medications

09/12/2025 18 min

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Episode Synopsis

When auditing risk of management in an E/M note, how are over-the-counter (OTC) medications scored? Under the 1995/1997 guidelines, they were categorized in the “low” risk row. However, the 2021 guidelines provide no examples under minimal or low risk, relying instead on AMA and Medicare guidance. Terry explains this distinction and highlights the difference between an acute uncomplicated illness and an acute illness with systemic symptoms. Take a listen.
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