#1
Which modifier indicates that a service was increased or reduced?
Modifier 50
ExplanationIndicates Bilateral Procedure
#2
Which modifier is used to indicate a service that was terminated due to unforeseen circumstances?
Modifier 53
ExplanationIndicates a Service Terminated Due to Unforeseen Circumstances
#3
What is the purpose of Modifier 50 in medical coding?
Bilateral Procedure
ExplanationIndicates Bilateral Procedure
#4
Which modifier is used to indicate a service that was provided on an emergency basis?
Modifier 23
ExplanationIndicates Service Provided on an Emergency Basis
#5
Which modifier is used to indicate a service that is mandated by a third party?
Modifier 32
ExplanationIndicates Service Mandated by a Third Party
#6
What does Modifier 59 signify in medical coding?
Distinct Procedural Service
ExplanationIndicates a Distinct Procedural Service
#7
In medical billing, what does Modifier 25 indicate?
Significant, Separately Identifiable Evaluation and Management Service
ExplanationIndicates a Significant, Separately Identifiable E/M Service
#8
When is Modifier 78 applied in medical coding?
Return to the Operating/Procedure Room for a Related Procedure During the Postoperative Period
ExplanationIndicates Return to Operating/Procedure Room for a Related Procedure During the Post-op Period
#9
What does Modifier 91 indicate in medical coding?
Repeat Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Test
ExplanationIndicates Repeat Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Test
#10
When is Modifier 62 used in medical billing?
Co-Surgeon
ExplanationIndicates Co-Surgeon
#11
When should Modifier 51 be used in medical coding?
Multiple Procedures
ExplanationIndicates Multiple Procedures
#12
What is the purpose of Modifier 76 in medical coding?
Repeat Procedure by Same Physician
ExplanationIndicates a Repeat Procedure by the Same Physician
#13
In medical billing, what is the purpose of Modifier 57?
Decision for Surgery
ExplanationIndicates a Decision for Surgery
#14
When should Modifier 22 be used in medical coding?
Increased Procedural Services
ExplanationIndicates Increased Procedural Services
#15
When is Modifier 58 applied in medical coding?
Planned Return to the Operating/Procedure Room
ExplanationIndicates Planned Return to Operating/Procedure Room