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Variable: HCPCS_4TH_MDFR_CD

HCPCS Fourth Modifier Code

Description

A fourth modifier to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) procedure code to make it more specific than the first, second, or third modifier codes identify the revenue center or line item services for the claim.

Comment

This field is available only in the Hospital Outpatient data file (not other claim types).

Values

n/a

Other Info

Some additional information on this variable:

  • Short Name: MDFR_CD4
  • Long Name: HCPCS_4TH_MDFR_CD
  • Type: CHAR
  • Length: 5
  • Source: NCH
  • Value Format:

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