National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) Associated Modifier Changes (Additions)
Additional modifiers shall be added to the list of NCCI-associated modifiers that will allow an edit with modifier indicator of “1” to be bypassed when the modifier is utilized correctly. These modifiers are LM (left main coronary artery), RI (ramus intermedius), 24 (unrelated
evaluation and management service by the same physician during a postoperative period), and 57 (decision for surgery).
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: November 01, 2012
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