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Wiki Modifier 25 vs 59

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Thought I should use modifier 25 but questions on 59 Please help.
 
You would apply a modifier 25 to the E&M if documentation supports a significant, separate E&M.

A modifier 59 would not be indicated for either of the procedure codes.
 
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