The Two-Digit Modifier for a Return to the Operating Room

question 54

Short Answer

The two-digit modifier for a return to the operating room for an unplanned related procedure during a postoperative period is ____________________.

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Definitions:

Myositis

Inflammation of the muscles that can cause weakness and swelling.

Muscle Tissue

A tissue composed of cells or fibers, the function of which is to produce force and cause motion, either locomotion or movement within internal organs.

Inflammation

A biological response to harmful stimuli, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain.

Internal Organ Protection

Measures or practices aimed at safeguarding the body's internal organs from damage or disease.