Forum - Questions & Answers
Dec 5th, 2009 - janiceS
mod for G0101 & Q0091
can a modifier be used for CPT code G0101(cervical or vaginal cancer screening) & Q0091(obtain/prepare screening pap smear: convey to lab with CPT code 99385 (preventive care)
Dec 6th, 2009 -
You can
but you don't need to - they clear without the modifier as long as they are linked to a proper diagnosis like V76.2. You may (will) get denied if you link to V70.0
Dec 6th, 2009 - Codapedia Editor 1,399
mod for G0101 and Q0091
Thank you to signaturedoc for your expertise and willingness to share it! I totally agree: no modifier needed, but diagnosis is critical.