The patient was taken to the procedure room at the ASC for a proctectomy, and the surgery was canceled after the administration of anesthesia. What modifier is appended to the CPT code?

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Modifier 74 is used when a surgical procedure is canceled after the administration of anesthesia. It indicates that the provider or facility took all necessary preparations and expenses, including mobilization of the patient and staff, and the administration of anesthesia. Modifier 73 is used when a procedure is discontinued due to extenuating circumstances or patient condition, whereas 76 is used when a procedure is canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the provider. Modifier 77 is used for repeat procedures.

The Patient Was Taken to the Procedure Room at the ASC