Q&A: Modifiers and ICD-10-CM

November 30, 2010

QUESTION: Since laterality will be identified in ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, will we still need to use HCPCS II/CPT® modifiers such as -RT (right side) or -LT (left side) or -50 (bilateral procedure)?

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