Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

This code signifies a patient visit primarily for the purpose of obtaining a refill or renewal of an existing prescription without a full medical re-evaluation of the underlying condition. It indicates that the patient's main reason for the encounter is to secure a continuation of their current medication regimen.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient presents to a clinic or office solely to pick up or request a repeat prescription for a chronic condition that is stable and does not require an immediate physician assessment. This often occurs when a patient has run out of their medication and needs a new prescription to maintain their treatment.

• Do not use this code if the encounter involves a new prescription, a medication change, or a significant re-evaluation of the patient's condition.
• Ensure the documentation clearly supports that the primary purpose of the visit was for a repeat prescription, not for a medical certificate or contraceptive refill.
• Always code the underlying chronic condition for which the repeat prescription is being issued as a primary or secondary diagnosis.