Pulmonology Coding Alert

Modifiers:

Arm Yourself With This Modifiers 26/TC Knowledge To Ensure Top Dollar

Know when to pick a single modifier. If your pulmonologist provides diagnostic or radiologic services using equipment he doesn’t own, you’ll need to employ a modifier in order to be properly reimbursed and avoid over-coding the service. Distinguishing between modifier 26 (Professional component) and modifier TC (Technical component) is the first step. Read on to ensure you know the ins [...]
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