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cindy.conter
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March 18, 2016, 01:02:21 PM »
When performing nuclear stress test on patients over a specific size, we split the test into two sessions. Patient no-showed 2nd half. Can we bill for the first half with modifer 53? Thanks!
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That appears to be the best option based on what you are describing. I found the following information that might be helpful:
http://www.wpsmedicare.com/j5macpartb/resources/modifiers/modifier-53.shtml
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