tci E/M Coding Alert - 2021 Issue Q4

Reader Questions: Answer These Three Questions for Modifier 24 Use

Question: What are the proper situations to use modifier 24? We are having a debate in the office about when you can or cannot use it. AAPC Forum Participant Answer: Knowing how to use modifier 24 (Unrelated evaluation and management service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during a postoperative period) correctly is a significant component of evaluation and management (E/M) coding, as it allows your provider to obtain valuable reimbursement when they conduct an unrelated E/M service during the global period of another service. If you read the modifier’s descriptor closely, you’ll...

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