Components that define the level of evaluation and management (E/M) services include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) the extent of the history documented.
B) the location of the procedure or service.
C) the complexity of the medical decision making documented.
D) time.

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The location of the procedure or service is not a component that defines the level of E/M services. The other three components (extent of history, complexity of medical decision making, and time) are all considered in determining the level of E/M services provided.

Components That Define the Level of Evaluation and Management (E/M)