Advanced Search

Urology Coding Alert

Modifiers 101:

Are You Using Modifier 57 Correctly? Find Out Now

Published on Wed Oct 25, 2017

One detail can point you to 57 instead of 25. Every coder knows that appending modifiers can sometimes make or break a claim, depending on how savvy you are. That's because modifiers help you explain circumstances in a particular case and why your coding for the encounter might be different from expected. Appending the correct modifier and including thorough supporting [...]
You’ve reached your limit of free articles. Already a subscriber? Log in.
Not a subscriber? Subscribe today to continue reading this article. Plus, you’ll get:
  • Simple explanations of current healthcare regulations and payer programs
  • Real-world reporting scenarios solved by our expert coders
  • Industry news, such as MAC and RAC activities, the OIG Work Plan, and CERT reports
  • Instant access to every article ever published in Revenue Cycle Insider
  • 6 annual AAPC-approved CEUs
  • The latest updates for CPT®, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS Level II, NCCI edits, modifiers, compliance, technology, practice management, and more

Other Articles in this issue of

Urology Coding Alert

View All