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Modifier Madness:

Minimize Laterality Modifier Snafus in 5 Simple Steps

Published on Tue Jan 23, 2024

Remember to review the fine print, as payer policies may differ. Even though every coder frequently uses modifiers on their claims, sometimes the rules surrounding when to indicate the side of the body affected and which modifier to append — LT (Left side), RT (Right side), or 50 (Bilateral procedure) — can get a bit murky. Payer guidance regarding these [...]
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