Forum - Questions & Answers
Nov 5th, 2010 - rphelps 615 1
Endoscopies
When billing 43239 and 43248 together does 43239 need a 59 modifier.
Nov 5th, 2010 - mesalamb 26
Yes
Bill 43248 first and 43239-59 second.
Nov 5th, 2010 - rphelps 615 1
Endoscopies
If modifier was left off would payers deny completely or pay partial?
Nov 5th, 2010 - mesalamb 26
Depends on the Payor
They'd probably pay one and deny one as bundling.