After he completed surgery on Dustin, Dr. Willis retired. Dr. Samson took over the postoperative care for Dustin. Which modifier should be reported for Dr. Samson?

Name: After he completed surgery on Dustin, Dr. Willis retired. Dr. Samson took over the postoperative care for Dustin. Which modifier should be reported for Dr. Samson?
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Modifier 55 is used to indicate postoperative management only, which is the service Dr. Samson provided after Dr. Willis completed the surgery.

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