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Modifiers–The Rest of the Story
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Surgical care only
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Post-operative services only
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Pre-operative evaluation only
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Decision to perform surgery
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Staged or related procedure in the post-operative period
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Distinct and separate procedures
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Co-surgeons
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Repeat procedure by the same physician
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Repeat procedure by a different physician
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Related procedure in the post-operative period
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Unrelated procedure in the post-operative period
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Assistant at surgery
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Minimum assistant at surgery
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Physician assistant at surgery when no qualified resident is available
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Repeat laboratory service

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Modifiers–The Rest of the Story
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Modifiers–The Rest of the Story
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Modifiers
The Rest of the Story
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Disclaimer
This is not an all inclusive list of every modifier; this is an overview of many 
modifiers and their intended usage.
This material is designed to offer basic information on the use of modifiers in 
coding. This information is based on the experience, training and interpretation 
of the author. Although the information has been carefully researched and 
checked for accuracy and completeness, the instructor does not accept any 
responsibility or liability with regard to errors, omission, misuse or 
misinterpretation. This handout is intended as an educational guide and should 
not be considered a legal/consulting opinion.
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