I need help with this assignment.
Apply the appropriate Level II HCPCS code modifier for each of the following examples. Explain your rationale for each selection.
a. Sutures, upper right eyelid
b. MD calls ambulance to transport a patient from his office to the hospital for respiratory issues
c. Diagnostic mammogram, left breast
d. Cortisone 10 mg injection, right shoulder
e. Electric wheelchair that is not medically necessary
f. Intravenous catheter line (PICC), right arm
g. Laboratory processing of cytology specimens
h. Splint, right hand thumb
i. Prosthetic hip replacement, left side
j. Angiography, Right coronary artery
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I got the code modifier for each one down but i am not understanding how to give the rationale my intructor needs.
Your instructor wants to know why you chose each code modifier.
For instance, why did you choose the code modifier for "Sutures, upper right eyelid?"
For instance, why did you choose the code modifier for "Sutures, upper right eyelid?"
ok when it is put that way I udnderstand it better. thank you very much Ms. Sue, have a good night.
You're very welcome, Amanda. You have a good night, too.