A Physician Performs an Operative Procedure That Has a 90-Day

question 39

Multiple Choice

A physician performs an operative procedure that has a 90-day surgical package. On day 40, the same physician performs an unrelated procedure on the same patient. What modifier would you attach to the CPT code when reporting the second procedure?

• A)-24
• B)-25
• C)-58
• D)-79

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Definitions:

Order Size

The quantity of goods or services purchased in a single transaction or order, which can impact volume discounts, shipping costs, and inventory management.

Trade-off

A situation that involves losing one quality or aspect of something in return for gaining another quality or aspect.

Responsiveness

Refers to the ability of a system or organization to react quickly and effectively to changes, demands, or opportunities.

Efficiency

The ability to accomplish a task or a set of tasks with the minimum amount of resources, time, and waste.