Wiki Inguinal hernia repair

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Procedure performed was left inguinal hernia repair with contralateral exploration (no hernia found). My surgeon wants to bill 49491 for the LIH and 49491-52 for the right negative exploration. Is this correct? There are 2 separate incisions. I've never had much success with modifier 52. Thanks!
 
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