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Wiki Why a 52 modifier on a 76817?

Hello! I work for an OBGYN as a newer coder and recently a coworker told us that we need to add a 52 modifier on any 76817 that didn't have the cervical length measured. We all started doing it but after doing some research I'm a bit confused as to why. I completely understand the 52 modifier...
- Jesskatcurry
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- Feb 17, 2022
- 52 modifier 76817 cervix ob/gyn tvu
- Replies: 2
- Forum: OB/GYN
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Wiki Unilateral screening mammogram

Hello, colleagues! What is the appropriate way to code for a unilateral screening mammogram (post-mastectomy). I am aware that the provider can perform diagnostic mammograms for patients with history of breast cancer, but at this stage in the patient's remission the provider deems it is more...
- elizabethmullinix@gmail.com
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- Nov 23, 2020
- 52 modifier 77067 breast imaging mammogram radiology unilateral
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Medical Coding General Discussion
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Wiki Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair question

If the patient had a massive rotator cuff tear that was attempted to be repaired with marginal convergence was not able to be secured to bone once it was sutured, would this be 29827 with a 52 modifier or is there a more appropriate code for what was actually performed? Thanks in advance.
- Katie_Ellis
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- Feb 9, 2016
- 52 modifier cuff marginal convegence rotator rotator cuff
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Orthopaedics

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