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CPT 99382 (new patient preventive visit for ages 1–4) is one of the most-billed pediatric codes — yet new-vs-established patient errors, incomplete documentation, and missed Modifier 25 on same-day sick visits cause frequent denials. This 2026 guide simplifies the rules, shows exactly what payers require, includes a ready-to-use documentation checklist, and delivers a step-by-step workflow to keep every well-child claim clean and fully reimbursed.