We all know the fact that coding is an integral component of radiology billing. Any mistake in using codes and modifiers can cause claim denial, payment delays, and revenue leakage. To ensure a perfect radiology billing process, it is important to know what a modifier is, and codes where you need to use modifiers and frequently used modifiers in radiology billing.
Modifiers play a critical role in radiology coding as they provide additional details to insurance companies so that you can receive maximized and timely payments. However, applying incorrect modifiers is one of the prime reasons behind claim denials.
You can avoid errors in using modifiers by knowing about common CPT codes that require modifiers as mentioned below-
Now, it is important to know about the modifiers that you need to use often for your radiology billing codes.