When the description of a procedure code includes the words "under anesthesia", is it appropriate to append the -52 modifier to the service if the service is done with out anesthesia? I have done a lot of research and can not find a conclusive answer. Based on the information that I have found, CPT is not clear on this and there are many differing opinions on the web. I would appreciate any additional information on this subject. Thank you!
Jodi Rosenow, CPC
Jodi Rosenow, CPC