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Clarify Modifier 76/77 Use With Repeat Imaging Tests

Published on Fri Jul 22, 2022

Can you report a repeat test when equipment fails? Find out. Many myths surround the use of repeat procedure modifiers when reporting repeat imaging tests. Coders can face challenges when radiologists need to repeat X-rays, computed tomography (CT), or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Dive in to debunk these modifier 76 (Repeat procedure or service by same physician or other [...]
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