Modifiers: To Use or Not to Use
August 30, 2017 11:00am MT
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The use of modifiers can be challenging. Modifiers are used to change the meaning of CPT® codes and could alter the reimbursement for services provided. In this session we will discuss modifiers as directed for use with:
- -Evaluation and Management services
- -Office or Surgical procedures
- -Medicare
We will review the meaning of the most commonly used modifiers and provide scenarios to support the use of those modifiers.
Agenda
- To Change
- To alter by specific circumstance
- Does not change literal definition of the code
- May affect Reimbursement
- •May be Informational
About The Author
Peggy A Stilley, CPC, CPB, CPMA, CPC-I, COBGC
Peggy is currently employed by OSOI in Norman, Oklahoma as Revenue Integrity Auditor. She was previously employed by AAPC, a member of the ICD-10 Training and Education team, and formerly Director of Audit Services. Peggy has more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry starting as a medical assistant, expanding her duties to billing and coding, and management in a teaching facility. Her knowledge is enhanced by experience in multiple specialties including OB-Gyn, Maternal Fetal Medicine, General Practice, General Surgery, Neurology, and Orthopedics.
Peggy is a national speaker for AAPC. She has authored several articles on billing, coding, and practice management, and currently a member of the Oklahoma City chapter.
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