AMA CPT® Assistant - 2001 Issue 10 (October)
Modifier (October 2001)
October 2001 page 10a Coding Consultation Modifier, -62 (Q&A) Question I've heard that Medicare will accept the use of the -62 modifier with various endovascular repair procedures, is this correct? AMA Comment You are correct. Medicare will recognize the use of the modifier -62 with the endovascular repair procedures ( 34800 - 34832 ). The change will be retroactive to January 1, 2001. The affected codes that can be billed with the modifier -62 are the series listed above. Also, now billable to Medicare using the -62 modifier are codes 36870 , 43231 - 43132 , and 48554 - 48556...
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Article Overview
This October 2001 Coding Consultation item explains a Medicare-related update involving a CPT modifier and a set of procedure codes that became billable under that policy. It is relevant to professional coders, billers, and reimbursement staff who need to understand which procedure families were affected and when the change took effect. The article also points readers to related CPT Assistant and AMA reference material for additional context.
Why This Topic Matters
Policy updates affecting modifier reporting can change how procedures are billed to Medicare, especially for procedure families that involve multiple providers or complex surgical services. Knowing which code groups were included and the effective date helps reduce claim errors and supports compliant reimbursement workflows.
What You Will Learn
- The scope of a Medicare modifier update affecting CPT procedures
- Which procedure families were addressed in the consultation
- How the article frames the timing of the policy change
- Where the article directs readers for related background material
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Revenue cycle staff
- Compliance staff
- Physicians and surgical practices
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
Modifiers Discussed
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