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Coding Multiple Procedures | Examples with Modifiers

Biopsies and lesion destruction codes are often performed at the same patient visit. This leads to questions about bundling and modifiers. There are … [Read more...]

Modifier 51 or 59? How to Know Which to Bill?

Modifier 51 and 59 are both used on second and subsequent surgical procedures, when performed on the day of a primary procedure See also Modifier … [Read more...]

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Coding Multiple Procedures | Examples with Modifiers

Modifier 51 or 59? How to Know Which to Bill?

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