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Compare and Contrast Modifiers 52, 53 in This Surgery Scenario

Published on Wed Sep 25, 2024

Question: What guidelines should I adhere to for a surgery cancelled midway because of health reasons? I’ve been debating between modifiers 52 and 53. North Carolina Subscriber Answer: You may use modifier 52 (Reduced services) in a variety of contexts. For instance, it can be appended to an ancillary service code, such as radiological imaging. Furthermore, it’s often appended to surgical codes [...]
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