Modifier -25, Significant, Separately Identifiable E/M Service by the Same

question 13

Multiple Choice

Modifier -25, significant, separately identifiable E/M service by the same individual on the same day of the procedure or other service, is used to report an E/M service that was:

• A)performed in a postoperative period
• B)provided on the same day as a minor procedure performed by the same individual
• C)provided on the same day as a major procedure
• D)all of the above

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