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UCR 276: Live from New Orleans – Modifier 25, Cystoscopy Denials, and How to Win the Appeal
February 13, 2026
In this special live episode recorded at the Urology Advanced Coding and Reimbursement Seminar in New Orleans on January 31st, 2026, Scott, Mark, Dr. John Lin, and Marianne DeSciose dive into one of the most contentious coding battles in urology: billing E/M services with cystoscopy on the same day. Prompted by a real-world question from the Thriving Urology Practice Facebook Group, the panel explores when modifier 25 is appropriate, why denials happen, and how to build documentation and appeal strategies that get results. With input from attendees, the episode brings practical insights from the front lines of coding, billing, and payer negotiations.
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