Modifier Mythbuster: Learn the Truth Behind 3 More Common Modifier 24 Myths

Hint: Know your payer's policies on billing complication treatment.

To ensure payment for E/M services your physician performs within the global period of a surgical procedure, you must know the ins and outs of modifier 24 (Unrelated evaluation and management service by the same physician during a postoperative period).

Last month, we busted the first two myths: Modifier 24 applies to any service done in the post-op period and scheduled office visits rule out modifier 24. Now tackle three more modifier 24 myths to ensure you're submitting clean, successful claims.

Myth #3: You Can Never Use Modifier 24 For Complication-Related Services

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- Published on 2011-11-11