Live Webinar: Modifiers and When To Use Them

Modifiers. Modifiers are little add ons that give extra details about a service or procedure.

They help ensure that the coding we do is as precise as possible, impacting everything from claims processing to reimbursement.

By the end of this lesson, you'll have a solid understanding of what modifiers are, when to use them, and how they impact the revenue cycle. So, let's start with the basics. What exactly are modifiers?

In medical coding, a modifier is a two character code that's added onto the end of a CPT or HC PCS code. These characters can be two numbers, two letters, or a combination of both.