The podcast where KZA coding experts break down CPT modifiers to help you code with confidence. Visit us at https://kzanow.com
Modifier Mondays: a KZA Podcast
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The podcast where KZA coding experts break down CPT modifiers to help you code with confidence. Visit us at https://kzanow.com
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Recent Episodes
July 27, 2026
Modifier 78 - Part 4
<p>We wrap up our Modifier 78 series with KZA Coding Expert Christine Banks, who shares what she's seeing in today's payer landscape surrounding unplanned returns to the operating room. From increased audit activity and denial trends to differences between Medicare, Medicare Advantage, commercial payers, and workers' compensation, Christine explains how payer expectations are evolving and what practices can do to stay ahead. Learn practical strategies for appealing denials, educating surgeons, reviewing payer contracts, and identifying missed reimbursement opportunities—all while reducing compliance risk. </p>
July 20, 2026
Modifier 78 - Part 3
<p>In Part 3 of our Modifier 78 series, KZA Coding Expert Christine Banks breaks down the most common pitfalls and mistakes she sees with unplanned returns to the operating room—and how to avoid them. From confusing Modifiers 58, 78, and 79 to misunderstanding global periods, operative settings, and complication diagnosis coding, Christine shares practical tips to help practices reduce denials, capture appropriate reimbursement, and stay compliant. This episode is packed with real-world guidance and workflow strategies that coders, providers, and practice managers can put to work immediately. </p>
July 13, 2026
Modifier 78 - Part 2
<p>In Part 2 of our Modifier 78 series, KZA Coding Expert Christine Banks takes a deeper dive into the documentation requirements that support an unplanned return to the operating room during the global period. Christine explains the four key elements every operative note should include, discusses the importance of complication-specific diagnosis coding, and walks through real-world examples from general surgery, orthopedics, and ophthalmology. This episode provides practical guidance to help ensure Modifier 78 claims are properly documented, appropriately reimbursed, and able to withstand payer scrutiny. </p>
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