Check the work, not dictation, to prevent 42% or more in losses.
With carriers paying 62 percent on co-surgery cases, 20 percent on assistant surgeries, and 15 percent for non-MD assistants, the wrong modifier can cut your pay big time — meaning you better keep certain rules in mind.
The hang-up: “Choosing between the co-surgery and assistant surgeon modifiers […]

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