• If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ & read the forum rules. To view all forums, post or create a new thread, you must be an AAPC Member. If you are a member and have already registered for member area and forum access, you can log in by clicking here. If you've forgotten the password it can be reset on our sign in section by entering your registered Email Address or Username here. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below..

Wiki New Medicare Modifiers

Create Wiki
J

Jarant

Guest
Messages
56
Best answers
0
What "X" modifier would be correct for blocks? Say for instance block code 64415. I was thinking it should be the XE modifier.
 
Modifier XE Separate encounter ? A service that is distinct because it occurred during a separate encounter.
?Modifier XP Separate practitioner ? A service that is distinct because it was performed by a different practitioner.
?Modifier XS Separate structure ? A service that is distinct because it was performed on a separate organ/structure.
?Modifier XU Unusual non-overlapping service ? The use of a service that is distinct because it does not overlap usual components of the main service.


If CPT 64415 was ordered by the surgeon for an anesthesiologist to perform for acute postoperative pain, I was looking at modifier XU to relay that it is not the means for anesthesia, but for post op pain control.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top