Modifier code
Modifier 58: Staged or related procedure during postoperative period
Planned staged procedure in the postoperative period.
Code
58
When to use
Staged procedures or planned related procedures during the global period — e.g., planned multiple-stage skin graft.
Common issues
- Denied if used incorrectly for unrelated procedure
Frequently asked questions
What is modifier 58?
Staged or related procedure during postoperative period
When should it be used?
Staged procedures or planned related procedures during the global period — e.g., planned multiple-stage skin graft.
Common issues when modifier is missing or wrong?
Denied if used incorrectly for unrelated procedure.
Other modifiers
- 25 — Significant, separately identifiable E&M service on same day as procedureWhen E&M visit + procedure happen same day and the E&M was separately documented
- 26 — Professional componentSplits a procedure into its professional (physician interpretation) and technica
- 50 — Bilateral procedureProcedure performed on both sides of the body during a single session.
- 51 — Multiple proceduresMultiple procedures performed at the same session.
- 52 — Reduced servicesService partially reduced or eliminated at the physician's discretion.
- 53 — Discontinued procedureProcedure discontinued because of extenuating circumstances.
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