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Laminotomy, one lumbar interspace with decompression of nerve roots, with excessive

bleeding and lysis of scar tissue with sharp dissection requires an additional 60 minutes of
time in surgery. What is a correct modifier to report the extended time?
O a. -50 Bilateral procedure
O b. -52 Reduced services
O c. -58 Staged procedure
O d. -22 Increased procedural service

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Answer:

D

Step-by-step explanation:

The time is increased so the service is increased

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