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Modifier Madness:

Code Partial Services With 26, 54

Published on Fri Feb 04, 2022

When you’re coding for post-op care only, use this modifier. Whatever the reason, there are going to be instances when your provider might only provide a portion of the service wrapped up in the relative value units (RVUs) of a CPT® code. When this occurs, you might need help from a couple of modifiers. Which ones? Modifiers 26 or 54 [...]
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