A Patient Had a Biopsy Performed on Both of Her

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient had a biopsy performed on both of her breasts. What modifier would be appended to the CPT code?

• A) 51
• B) 50
• C) 62
• D) 59

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Definitions:

Tenancy In Common

A form of co-ownership of property that is freely disposable both during life and at death, and in which the co-owners have undivided interests in the property and equal rights to possess the property.

Right Of Survivorship

A legal principle in property law where, upon the death of one owner, the ownership interest of the deceased automatically transfers to the surviving owner(s) without the need for probate.

Community Property

A form of ownership between spouses in which property acquired during marriage is owned equally by both parties.

Acquired During Marriage

Assets or properties obtained by a couple during their marriage, potentially subject to division upon divorce.