Routine infant or child health check

This code signifies a comprehensive health evaluation of an asymptomatic infant or child to monitor growth, development, and overall well-being. It encompasses preventive services, anticipatory guidance, and age-appropriate screenings performed during a routine visit.

Apply this code for well-child visits, including scheduled check-ups for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children who present without specific complaints or illnesses. It is appropriate for routine physical examinations aimed at health maintenance and disease prevention.

• Always use in conjunction with a CPT code for the preventive medicine service (e.g., 99381-99385, 99391-99395).
• Do not use if the patient presents with an acute illness or injury; in such cases, a problem-oriented E/M code and a diagnosis code for the specific condition should be used.
• This code is for the reason for the encounter, not for any findings during the check-up.