Protecting Modifier 25

CMA members’ concerns about a recent reimbursement policy change Blue Shield had announced regarding evaluation and management (E/M) services billed with the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) modifier 25. The new policy would reduce by 50% reimbursement for any non-preventive E/M service appended with modifier 25 and billed with a minor procedure code.

Reflection and Anticipation in the Field of Otolaryngology

As 2024 comes to a close, we asked members of the ENTtoday editorial board two questions: What’s been the biggest success in otolaryngology in the last five years and what are you most excited about for the next 5-10 years of ENT medicine? Here’s what they had to say.

Evolution of Surgical Care—the Power in Asking Why

The evolution of patient care can be caused by technological advancements, patient experiences, peer learning, conferences, and simply the refinement of one’s own surgical skills. The goal, however, remains the same—providing the highest quality care to our patients.