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Which Modifier Applies to This Case?

Published on Mon May 07, 2018

Question: Our gastroenterologist began performing an upper GI on an inpatient in the hospital (43191, Esophagoscopy, rigid, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen[s] by brushing or washing when performed [separate procedure]). However, the gastroenterologist had to discontinue the surgery because the patient's health became endangered. What is the correct modifier to append in this situation? Codify Subscriber Answer: The modifier [...]
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