CCI Version 20.0: Code bone marrow aspiration with spine only when from separate site
You now must append a modifier when reporting bone marrow aspiration (38220) or harvesting (38230–38232) in conjunction with numerous spine surgery codes, including vertebral excision (22100–22116) and cervical spinal fusion (e.g., 22548–22552). If you don’t, expect denials on the percutaneous bone marrow codes.
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