BC Advantage - 2019 Issue 6

RT and LT Modifier Usage Change (effective 2019-03-01)

According to Noridian Medicare, there are new changes required when reporting the RT and LT modifier(s). In the past, it was appropriate to bill the RT and LT modifier on the same line when it was required for certain HCPCS codes. Noridian released a publication stating claims reported with RT/LT on the same line will be denied when reporting certain HCPCS codes.Changes apply to HCPCS codes for Ankle-Foot/Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses (AFO/KAFO), External Breast Prostheses (EBP), Eye Prostheses, Facial Prostheses, Knee Orthosis (KO), Lower Limb Prostheses (LLP), Orthopedic Footwear, Refractive Lenses, Surgical Dressings, Therapeutic Shoes for Persons with Diabetes (TSD)...

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