Explain the GA modifier.
What will be an ideal response?
For Medicare to determine if the patient has been notified in advance that she will be responsible for payment, a GA modifier is used with the procedure. This is defined to mean "Waiver of Liability Statement Issued as Required by Payer Policy" and should be used when a required ABN was issued for a service.
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When transferring blood from a collection tube to another container, you should wear appropriate PPE, which includes a mask and ________, or a face shield.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).