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Modifier 59:

Ramp Up X{EPSU} Use for Specific Lab Scenarios

Published on Tue Sep 15, 2020

Note NCCI Policy Manual updates. Maybe your pathology practice has received a payer notice regarding the use of modifier 59 (Distinct procedure service) or one of the X{EPSU} modifiers. If so, your lab may not be alone. Read on for a refresher on how and when to use these modifiers for lab and pathology services, and for highlights of National [...]
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