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If a phys orders blood cultures 4 times do we append modifier "59" to the last three codes?Thanks,
Linda
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Wiki 59 modifier on lab cultures
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If a phys orders blood cultures 4 times do we append modifier "59" to the last three codes?Thanks,
Linda
ithomas14
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Check with the payer. Sometimes they are seen as duplicates. See if they will accept 4 units on one cpt or 2 cpt (one with modifier 59 and 3 units).