AS Modifier in Medical Billing
The AS modifier is used in medical billing to indicate that a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist provided assistance during surgery.
AS Modifier in Medical Billing Explained
The AS modifier is added to the surgical procedure code to show that the assistant was a non-physician provider, such as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. This modifier helps ensure proper reimbursement for the assistant’s role in the surgery.
For example, a physician assistant assists in a surgery, and the AS modifier is applied to indicate their involvement in the procedure.
Learn more about common acronyms and abbreviations in Medical billing glossary.
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