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Wiki Modifier 59 vs 58

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After axillary node dissection patient was retuned to the OR within the post op period for insertion of an infuse a port. Which modifier is appropriate?
 
lfarrell56 said:
After axillary node dissection patient was retuned to the OR within the post op period for insertion of an infuse a port. Which modifier is appropriate?
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I am not certified yet, so take this for what it is worth:

Was this a planned return (as in staged procedure--mod 58) or was this unplanned (mod 78)?

I do not believe 59 would be used in this case as it states it is for "distinct or independent services.....performed on the same day."
 
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