The modifier -32 is used to indicate:
A) mandated services (used when requested by the payer).
B) unrelated E/M service by the same physician during a postoperative period.
C) significant, separately identifiable E/M service by the same physician on the same day of the procedure or other service.
D) reduced services.

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The modifier -32 is used to indicate mandated services, which are services requested by a third party such as an insurance company or government entity. This modifier is applied when the service is required by a payer rather than initiated by the physician or patient.

The Modifier -32 Is Used to Indicate