During an E/M service visit, Dr. Smith requests old medical records to review the patient's previous health history, complaints, diagnoses, and treatments. Which of the following best reflects the amount and/or complexity of data?

a. The ordering, planning, or scheduling of any diagnostic service intended to assist in diagnosing the patient's presenting problem
b. Requesting or obtaining the patient's old medical records
c. Discussion of the results of a diagnostic test with the physician who performed that specific diagnostic test
d. Collection of additional history from patient's family, caretaker or other source

b) Requesting or obtaining the patient's old medical records

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