Apr 6, 2026 8 min

Modifier 57 - Part 1

from Modifier Mondays: a KZA Podcast Hosted by KZA KAST

We’re kicking off our four-part series on Modifier 57 with KZA Coding Expert Michelle DelMonico. In this first episode, Michelle breaks down the definition of Modifier 57 (Decision for Surgery), when it applies, and why it’s so often misunderstood. Learn how global periods impact usage, how Modifier 57 differs from Modifier 25, and why capturing the moment of decision-making is critical for compliance and reimbursement.

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