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66991 - attempted stent placement?

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Patient was scheduled for 66991. Cataract portion performed. The I-stent part was attempted but ultimately removed. Would I use 66991 and add a 52 modifier? Or, code 66984 only. If so, what about the stents that were used?
 
I would bill with the 52 modifier and be prepared to send supporting operative report. Since this is a new code I am not sure what the outcome would be... usually you would bill the 53 modifier for a discontinued procedure- but in this case it would also effect your payment for the cataract removal that was completed. I am curious to see what others think and if they have come across this yet.
 
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