CPT^® 99026, Under Miscellaneous Medicine Services

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 99026 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Miscellaneous Medicine Services.

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The provider makes himself available to perform services in the hospital on an on call, or as needed basis, for a period of one hour, in fulfillment of an agreement with that facility.

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