Wiki Modifier 9Z

[Deb2009]

When can this be used? I am getting a denial for dx on an add on code 77293. Is Modifier 9Z appropriate?

Thank you,

 

[mitchellde]

If the denial is for the diagnosis, I don't think a modifier will help. What DX did you assign?

 

[Deb2009]

THE DX IS c88.4, MULT - LYMPHOMA the stomach area is being treated with radiation G6013

 

[guamafb@gmail.com]

Hi Deb, IYou may have already learned, but 77293 is an add on code, and must be coded together (same DOS, same claim#) with the planning CPT (IMRT/3D/SBRT) etc. 77301/77295, etc. hope that helps.