by Lori | Aug 20, 2010 | CPT modifiers
Surgical Procedure Expanded Modifiers: Hands-Feet-Eyelids The following modifiers should be used in conjunction with procedures of the hands, feet and eyelids. The modifiers will not affect the payment amount; however, failure to use these modifiers when appropriate...
by Lori | Aug 20, 2010 | CPT modifiers
Modifier 54 Fact Sheet Definition: • Modifier 54 indicates that the surgeon is billing the surgical care only. Appropriate Usage: • When all or part of the postoperative care is relinquished to a physician who is not a member of the same group • Appended to the...
by Lori | Aug 11, 2010 | CPT modifiers
Modifier 53 Discontinued Procedure (professional services only) Instructions This 53 modifier allows the physician community to state the surgical procedure was discontinued due to extenuating circumstances or a threat to patient well-being. Correct Use...
by Lori | Aug 11, 2010 | CPT modifiers
What are CPT codes ? The Current Procedural Terminology® (CPT®) code set is maintained by the American Medical Association through the CPT Editorial Panel. The CPT code set accurately describes medical, surgical, and diagnostic services and is designed to...
by Lori | Aug 9, 2010 | CPT modifiers
Modifier 52 Fact Sheet Definition: • Reduced Service reports a partially reduced or eliminated service or procedure. Appropriate Usage: • Procedures for which services performed are significantly less than usually required may be billed with the “52″ modifier. •...
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