amsmith
Networker
My physicians have been asked to oversee Apheresis (36514 for the most part). I have seen conflicting information regarding modifier 26 as these services will be performed inpatient and outpatient in the hospital setting. CPT states that we should use 26, Medicare and Medi-Cal do not advise this. We have pulled our contracts and none of them advise the 26 either. One of my well seasoned physicians suggests that there is not a payment for the physician side (although it appears fairly lucrative). Is there anyone billing for this? If so, do you have any tips for me?