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Modifier

Written by Stephanie M. Nixon, PhD, CCC-SLP on .

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A two-character code (usually numbers or letters) tacked onto the end of a medical billing code (CPT code). It gives the insurance company extra, necessary details about the service. For example, a modifier might tell the insurance company, “This therapy session was done via telehealth instead of in the office.”

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Stephanie M. Nixon, PhD, CCC-SLP

With a unique perspective shaped by my own learning disabilities, including ADHD, I bring a wealth of professional expertise in education and health policy, grant review, as well as research, evaluation, and treatment of children with speech, language, and reading disorders. My passion lies in advocating for those who are not able to do so for themselves, leveraging my diverse background – both personally and professionally – to make a meaningful impact in the field of special education and child development.