After you decide on the appropriate CPT code(s) for a procedure, you should ________.
A. consult Appendix D in the CPT to determine which add-ons to use
B. consult Appendix A in the CPT to check for applicable modifiers
C. consult Appendix C in the CPT to find examples of each code type
D. code the procedure; no further action is necessary
E. consult Appendix 2 of the HCPCS manual for applicable modifiers
Answer: B
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