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Unitedhealthcare 59 modifier

News 2022: Unitedhealthcare Requires 59 Modifier for Therapy Services

Despite the recent changes to the NCCI edits no longer requiring CPT Code 97530 to require a 59 modifier when billed on the same date of service and by the same therapist as CPT Code 97140 some therapists recently have reported non-payments when these two CPT Codes are billed on the same date of service to Unitedhealthcare without the 59 modifer.

CPT Code 29581 Lymphedema Billing

CPT Code 29581 Lymphedema Billing

Reference links: Billing and Coding: Lymphedema Decongestive Treatment Article ID: A52959, A53287 CPT Code 29581 - Definition CPT Code 29581 - Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot [1]Examples of...

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