tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2021 Issue Q1

Reader Questions: Hone Modifier 22 Skills

Question: Is it correct that we should use modifier 22 only if the surgeon documents at least 60 minutes of additional time to complete the procedure, or is some other criteria the key to using modifier 22? Massachusetts Subscriber Answer: Additional time is one element that you should consider for determining if it’s appropriate to use modifier 22 (Increased procedural service), but time is not the only factor; plus, there is no hard and fast rule that you must document more than 60 minutes of extra time. Also, remember that should never append modifier 22 to an E/M...

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