Wiki AS modifier

[casadelowe]

Does anyone know where I can find a list that is CPT code specific for the AS modifer? Medicare is denying CPT codes 58263, 57260 and 57288 stating that AS modifier is not allowed with this code.

 

[RebeccaWoodward*]

http://www.cms.hhs.gov/pfslookup/02_PFSsearch.asp?agree=yes&next=Accept

Under "Type of information" click payment indicators
next
next
enter CPT code
On drop down key...select "all modifiers"
submit
Assist Surgery column indicates payment status

0-documentation required to support medical necessity
1-Assist may not be paid
2-Assist can be paid
9-concept does not apply

 

[casadelowe]

Thanks for the info. Do you know if there is a list more specific as to the type of provider that is the assistant surgeon? In our case, the AS is a physician assistant.

 

[RebeccaWoodward*]

Will this work?

http://www.aapa.org/gandp/surgicaldeniallist2006.pdf