Wiki Modifier 59 on 93010? - Would you append -59 on 93010

[lcomeaux]

Would you append -59 on 93010 when coding with a laceration repair?

 

[aschaeve]

Modifier 59 on 93010?

You would need to check CCI to see if it is bundled or not.

Alicia, CPC

 

[dnp686]

My experience has been it depends on the insurance comp. BCBS seems to be the only ins. I have found that needs the 59 on the EKG interp. showing it's separate
dnp686

 

[mitchellde]

I think the question is why do you have an EKG with a laceration repair. It does not need a 59 modifier but you may receive a denial due to medical necessity.