If additional procedure(s), including add-on procedure(s), are performed by either surgeon during the same surgical session, separate code(s) can be reported without modifier 62. As of (date) Medicare changed their rules for billing modifier 62 Two surgeons must be from different specialties.
To be eligible for an EED TWIC, an individual must meet all three of the following conditions: ï¨ Be a current holder of a TWIC. Individuals enrolling for a TWIC for the first time are not eligible for an EED TWIC. ï¨ Have a valid TWIC that expires on or before December 31, 2014. Individuals whose TWICs expire after December 31, 2014 or whose TWICs have been revoked are not eligible for an EED TWIC. ï¨ Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
The STA involves a lot of paperwork, and itâs recommended that you apply for a TWIC card at least 8-12 weeks in advance of actually needing it. After submitting your application, it usually takes 4-6 weeks to hear back; you can check on your applicationâs progress in the mean time.