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Modifier 58:

Identify Intention for Staged Procedures

Published on Fri Jan 15, 2016

Unrelated services don’t count. Coding subsequent procedures during the post-op period can be a challenge — but getting comfortable with a few modifies might save the day. Specifically, learning when you can — and can’t — use modifier 58 (Staged or related procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during the postoperative period) can [...]
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