Here is clarification on the appropriate use of modifiers to report assistant at surgery services and how payment is determined under the Medicare physician fee schedule (MPFS).
When physicians transfer the care of the patient during the global care period, the use of a modifier will be necessary to distinguish who is providing care for the patient. This article explains how to properly apply modifiers when these i…
Effective August 31, 2023, documentation is required for claims submitted with modifier 52. To avoid claim rejects and future appeals due to incorrect claim submissions, we’re providing guidance on how to properly submit a claim when applyi…
To avoid claim denials and future appeals due to these incorrect claim submissions, we’re providing guidance on how to properly submit a claim when applying this modifier.
These tips are based on questions posed regarding whether to bill an evaluation and management visit on the same day as a procedure or other services with modifier 25.