NB Modifier

Nebulizer system, any type, fda-cleared for use with specific drug

Active modifier

HCPCS modifierNB
Description
Nebulizer system, any type, fda-cleared for use with specific drug
Short description
Drug specific nebulizer
Added
January 1, 2011
Last change
January 1, 2011

What does the NB modifier mean?

The HCPCS Level II modifier NB means: “Nebulizer system, any type, fda-cleared for use with specific drug”. Append it to a HCPCS or CPT code on the claim line when the payer’s policy calls for it; placement and payment effects are defined by each payer.

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