Use modifier 74 for discontinued outpatient hospital/ambulatory surgical center (ASC) procedure after administration of anesthesia.
This modifier is not for physician use. It is only appropriate for the ASC.
For physician reporting of discontinued procedures, refer to modifier 53.
may terminate surgical/diagnostic procedure after procedure starts (incision made, intubation started, scope inserted), and after administration of anesthesia (local, regional block or general).
Elective cancellation or postponement of a procedure based on the physician or patient's choice
Termination of the procedure prior to the beginning of the procedure or the administration of anesthesia
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