AMA CPT® Assistant - 2012 Issue 7 (July)
Appendix A (Q&A) (July 2012)
July 2012 pages 13-14 Appendix A Question: May modifier 22, Increased Procedural Services, be appended to add-on codes? Answer: Yes. When the service(s) provided is substantially greater than that is typically required for the listed procedure, it may be identified by adding modifier 22, Increased Procedural Services, to the usual procedure code. The word "procedural" in the descriptor of modifier 22 is intended to indicate that the modifier may be appended to any procedure code, but is not used with the Evaluation and Management (E/M) service codes. As always, documentation should be included in the medical record to support...
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Article Overview
This article presents a short question-and-answer format piece from CPT Assistant focused on a modifier-related coding topic. It is aimed at coders and billing staff who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the general documentation emphasis discussed in the Q&A.
Why This Topic Matters
Even short coding guidance can affect how claims are reported and supported in the medical record. This piece helps readers decide whether the article’s modifier-related discussion is relevant to their coding workflow.
Article Sections
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July 2012 pages 13-14
A concise Q&A from CPT Assistant covering a modifier-related topic in procedural coding and documentation.
What You Will Learn
- The article’s general focus and format
- How the guidance relates to procedural coding topics
- Why documentation is emphasized in the discussion
- Whether the piece is relevant to CPT coding reference needs
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Compliance professionals
- Practice administrators
Modifiers Discussed
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