Which statement is true about modifiers?
A) They should always be used on every CPT code.
B) They are most frequently used with surgical codes.
C) They are not used with evaluation and management codes.
D) The CMS-1500 form allows three modifiers to be reported with a code.
Answer: B
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A. delivery C. traveler B. routine D. ringer
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