Modifier -62: Is it the right choice for your surgeon?

November 1, 2011

Knowing how to use and apply the rules for modifier -62 (co-surgeons) is crucial for coders. CMS and other third party payers also have a very specific payment structure for modifier -62. Lori-Lynne A. Webb, CPC, CCS-P, CCP, CHDA, explains what the surgeons need to document for coders to append modifier -62.

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