Use modifier 25 when an E/M service is performed on the same day as a procedure, a preventive medicine service, or other medical service or procedure. … [Read more...]
Using Modifier 33 | Quick Reference
Modifier 33 is a CPT® modifier used to identify medical care whose primary purpose is delivery of an evidence based service, based on recommendations … [Read more...]
Using Modifier 59 | Quick Reference
Modifier 59 is referred to by CMS as the modifier of last resort. It is often used when modifier 51 is the more accurate modifier. This quick … [Read more...]
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...]
Billing for Multiple Surgical Procedures
When billing for multiple procedures on the same day, use this step by step procedure to determine if you should bill for more than one procedure, and … [Read more...]
Modifier 57
Decision for Surgery. An evaluation and management service that resulted in the initial decision to perform surgery may be identified by adding … [Read more...]
Surgical Modifiers
This article includes: Surgical modifiers with definitions Guidelines for billing multiple surgical procedures Modifiers in the post-op … [Read more...]