decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2007 Issue 8 (August)
Consider global period when using Modifier 57
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Article Overview
This article discusses modifier 57 in the context of evaluation and management visits and surgical decision-making. It explains the general relationship between major and minor procedure global periods, the timing of the decision to operate, and the distinction between modifier 57 and other commonly confused billing scenarios. The content is aimed at coders, billers, and practice staff who handle surgery-related E/M reporting and global period rules.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding when modifier 57 applies helps avoid incorrect reporting of surgery-related E/M services and supports accurate handling of global period situations. It is especially relevant when determining whether an encounter is separately reportable or part of a surgical package.
What You Will Learn
- How modifier 57 relates to evaluation and management visits connected to surgery
- How global period timing affects whether an encounter may be separately reportable
- How major and minor procedure scenarios are discussed in relation to modifier use
- Why modifier 57 is distinguished from another commonly confused modifier in surgery-related E/M reporting
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle personnel
- Physician practice administrators
- Outpatient surgery coding staff
Modifiers Discussed
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