Wiki Modifier -53

[mudlark1]

Our physician is asking if appending a 53 modifier for a discontinued procedure has any effect on the global period for the procedure. I assume it does not but does anybody know for sure? Thank you!

 

[FTessaBartels]

Does NOT affect global period

No, using the -53 modifier does NOT affect the global period.

Hope that helps.

F Tessa Bartels, CPC, CEMC