Question

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

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

The time is increased so the service is increased