Wiki Bladder US & Post void same day

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Need to code a bladder ultrasound (76856) and a post void residual ultrasound (51798) on same day. They were performed about 1/2 hour apart. I've tried submitting with Modifier 59 (denials), and then tried Modifier 51 & 59 together (more denials).

Another scenario I'm encountering is 2 post voids done same day at different sessions. Should I bill 51798 as 2 units with no modifiers or 51798 & 51798 with modifier 59?

Any help appreciated!
 
check cci edits

According to the CCI Edits from Medicare, you can not bill these on the same day. period. If this is a Medicare patient, you will not get reimbursed.
 
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