The use, or misuse, of Current Procedural Terminology code modifiers in physician compensation plans could lead to unintended cash compensation figures, according to an article from Integrated ...

Modifiers (usually 2-digits) are added to the main procedure code to signify that the procedure has been altered by a distinct factor. Modifiers are accepted by most payors. Modifiers can increase or ...

Modifier -33 is attached to the lab CPT code for the cholesterol screening. ICD-9 code V77.91 (screening for lipoid disorders) is coded as an additional diagnosis. Modifier -33 is not required on ...

What is a CPT Code in Medical Billing? Ever noticed a five-digit number beside each item on your medical bill? That’s a CPT code, and it plays a crucial role in medical billing Services reimbursements ...

My company is developing a reimbursement strategy for a new device. How can I determine whether a code already exists for the procedure or service my product enables? It is important to familiarize ...

Current Procedural Terminology, perhaps better known by its abbreviation “CPT,” is the coding system the medical field uses to document healthcare services during a procedure. This system is extensive ...

The CPT 2026 code set is here. Find out what the new codes cover and how the code set moves medicine forward. What’s the news: Nearly 300 codes have been added to the Current Procedural Terminology ...