modifiers - Medical Coding Guide

PET scan CPT code 78815 & 78816 Coding Tips

October 1, 2024 by Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Remember coding Modifiers with PET scan CPT code

Basics of PET scan CPT code 78815 & 78816 PET scan CPT code (Positron emission tomography) is coded very frequently in Radiology facility coding. PET scan is done to diagnose a condition or to check how condition is developing. Neoplasm can be in there initial stage or Restaging phase. These exams are not painful. PET … Read more

New Modifier 96 and 97 for Medical coders

January 17, 2020December 5, 2019 by Jitendra M.Sc CPC

New Modifiers 96 and 97 in 2018 for Medical coders

In 2018, modifer 96 & 97 was introduced to medical coders. Coders use Modifier 96 and 97 as for Habilitative and Rehabilitative services. Below is the full description for these new modifiers. Also, CPT code 97129 (base code) and 97130 (add-on code) are time-based codes which have replaced CPT code 97127 and HCPCS G-code G0515. 97129 … Read more