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MRI of Right Clavicle

Date: Nov 4, 2014

Question:

We had a patient who was referred over to us for an MRI of the right clavicle. The right clavicle was imaged. Which modifier should I addend to code 71550? Should I use -RT, or should I use -52? What is the correct coding with modifier usage if modifier(s) are applicable?

Question ID : 6153
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