A podiatrist performs a bunionectomy on the great toe and during the same operation corrects a hammertoe on the third toe. What is a correct modifier?

A. -26 Professional component
B. -76 Repeat procedure
C. -51 Multiple procedures
D. -53 Discontinued procedure


Answer: C

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