Gerald fell 6 feet from a ladder while running wire at work today. He presents to the provider's office with complaints of low back pain and left knee pain. He arrives with a paper copy of the notes from a visit with his primary care physician about these problems. His employer requested Gerald receive a second opinion from another provider to confirm the diagnosis. What E/M modifier would be appended to the code for today's service?

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Modifier 32 is used for services related to mandated consultations and reports, including second opinions requested by employers to confirm the diagnosis or treatment plan.

Gerald Fell 6 Feet from a Ladder While Running Wire