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https://carecloud.com/continuum/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Procedure-Coding-When-to-Use-the.webp1440576Modifier 53 is outlined for use on CPT codes in order to indicate discontinued services. This means it should be applied to CPTs which represent diagnostic procedures or surgical services that were discontinued by the provider.