adccouch
Networker
I need help - it has been awhile since I coded hospital visits for a doc who covers for another doc and I can't remember if I need a modifier or not. Can someone help?? I appreciate any help I can get
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Wiki modifier for covering doc??
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adccouch
Networker
thanks.
Modifiers for covering doctors
If the doctor who is covering is using his billing information, the billing does not require a modifier. Coverage rules state the visit is to be billed as an established patient visit.
If the doctor who is covering is using his billing information, the billing does not require a modifier. Coverage rules state the visit is to be billed as an established patient visit.