This modifier is used to explain that the procedure or service done during a postoperative period was planned at the time of the original procedure. This is also used if a therapeutic procedure is performed because of the findings from a diagnostic p

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1. This modifier is used to explain that the procedure or service done during a postoperative period was planned at the time of the original procedure. This is also used if a therapeutic procedure is performed because of the findings from a diagnostic p