While coding for physicians the medical coders can append26 modifierwith CPT code 76942 for diagnostic ultrasound. The 70000 series codes are from radiology chapter and hence the ultrasonic/ultrasound guidance codes can be reported with 26 modifier. Read also:Top common CPT code errors of Medical C...
CPT changes focus on gynecologic procedures: new series of codes adds greater specificity. (Additional Endoscopy, Colposcopy Codes).Frieden, JoyceOb/gyn News