A modifier indicates that ____.
A. special circumstances apply to the procedure
B. surgical or other supplies were used during the procedure
C. other procedures were done in addition to the main procedure
D. medications were used during the procedure
E. an anesthetic was used during the procedure
A. special circumstances apply to the procedure
The use of a modifier shows that one or more special circumstances apply to the service or procedure the physician performed.
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