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Q: What is a bilateral procedure modifier?
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Is cpt code 70336 pertaining to bilateral or unilateral procedure?

This CPT code 70336 does not indicate unilateral or bilateral in itself. You can add the modifier 50 to indicate it as a bilateral procedure.


What is the cpt code for breast reduction?

CPT code 19318 is for breast reduction. The procedure involves the removal of excess breast tissue which results from top scarring, calcification, or architectural distortion.To report bilateral procedure, report modifier 50 with the procedure code.


What does modifier 50 indicates in the cpt code?

CPT Code Modifier 50- Bilateral Procedure: Unless otherwise identified in the listings, bilateral procedures that are performed at the same session, should be identified by adding modifier 50 to the appropriate 5 digit code.


What is the cpt code for incision and drainage of conjunctival cysts of left and right eyes?

68020 modifier 50 for bilateral procedure


Is bronchoscopy a bilateral procedure?

No. a bronchoscopy is viewing the bronchi. Additional procedures may be required after the xray is viewed, however you can bill the additional procedure codes with a modifier is this is necessary.


What modifier is used if a patient underwent a bilateral tympanoplasty?

modifier -51


WhWhat modifier is used if a patient underwent a bilateral tympanoplasty?

-50


A patient is admitted and has bilateral arthroscopy of the knees due to Baker's cysts What is the modifier?

-50


What is bilateral procedure?

a surgery


What is the cpt and icd-9-cm codes for a patient is admitted and has bilateral arthroscopy of the knees due to baker's cysts?

Use modifier 50 to indicate bilateral involvement. Some payers may prefer RT/LT. You can search CPT codes for arthroscopy of the knees and get fee schedule information


How do you bill procedure 99214 with procedure 96372?

Need to bill with modifier 25


What is the cpt code for cauterization of superficial mucosa of bilateral inferior turbinates?

30901 modifier 50