Modifier code
Modifier 79: Unrelated procedure or service by same physician during postoperative period
Procedure during global period that's unrelated to the original procedure.
Code
79
When to use
Unrelated procedure during the global period — starts a new global for the new procedure.
Common issues
- Bundled if used incorrectly for related procedure
Frequently asked questions
What is modifier 79?
Unrelated procedure or service by same physician during postoperative period
When should it be used?
Unrelated procedure during the global period — starts a new global for the new procedure.
Common issues when modifier is missing or wrong?
Bundled if used incorrectly for related 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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