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Understand Context for Using GC Modifier

Question: Can you tell me if a GC modifier for residents is only required by Medicare, or by any payer that requires medical direction modifiers? For example, I am a bit confused whether BCBS will need the GC if a client bills an AA modifier or AA GC modifiers for one-on-one cases (MD overseeing one resident). Florida Subscriber Answer: The [...]
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