Medical Coding

Category - Coding Guidelines

Mr. Jones was examined after a car accident as a requirement of his car insurance claim. Which modifier is appropriate to use on the claim?
  1. -22
  2. -51
  3. -99
  4. -32
Explanation
Answer: D - Modifier-32 is the appropriate modifier to use on the claim. Modifier-32, mandated services, is used when a procedure is performed because an official body such as a car or life insurance agency, requests it. Modifier-22 is appropriate for a unusual procedural service, Modifier-51 is used for multiple procedures, and Modifier-99 is used for multiple modifiers.
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