The modifier -57 is used to indicate:
A) repeat procedure by the same physician.
B) unrelated evaluation and management (E/M) service by the same physician during a postoperative period.
C) significant, separately identifiable E/M service by the same physician on the same day of the procedure or other service.
D) a decision for surgery.
D) a decision for surgery.
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