Separate encounter, a service that is distinct because it occurred during a separate encounter

XE
HCPCS Modifier Code

2023 HCPCS Modifiers
Billable/Valid Code

XE is a valid 2023 HCPCS Modifier that could be used to indicate Separate encounter, a service that is distinct because it occurred during a separate encounter.

XE Modifier has been in effect since Jan 01, 2015.

Short description for XE HCPCS Modifier code:

Separate encounter

HCPCS XE MODIFIER

XE Modifier information

Modifier:	XE
Description:	SEPARATE ENCOUNTER, A SERVICE THAT IS DISTINCT BECAUSE IT OCCURRED DURING A SEPARATE ENCOUNTER
Effective Date:	Jan 01, 2015
Added Date:	Jan 01, 2015
Coverage code:	`C` - CARRIER JUDGMENT
Action code:	`N` - NO MAINTENANCE FOR THIS CODE