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tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2009 Issue 3
CPT 2009 Update: Prepare to Get Specific With Prolonged Services Coding
You-ll have one less modifier to contend with in 2009.
If you-re used to adding modifier 21 to E/M codes to capture additional reimbursement when your general surgeon spends longer than normal with a patient, now's the time to revamp your coding.
CPT 2009 will delete modifier 21 (Prolonged evaluation and management services), directing you to look instead at the prolonged service codes (99354-99357). Here's the scoop on what you-ll need to know to avoid denials come January.
Rejoice in Easier, More Specific Coding
In the past you-ve been able to append modifier 21 to the highest level E/M...
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