E2HCPCS Level II

Lower left, eyelid

Usage notes
Append to eye/eyelid procedure codes to identify the lower left eyelid.
Common mistakes
Confusing E2 (lower left) with E1 (upper left) — mixing these up is a common transposition error when coding from an operative note.

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Frequently asked questions

What does modifier E2 mean?

Lower left, eyelid

When do I use modifier E2?

Append to eye/eyelid procedure codes to identify the lower left eyelid.

What's a common mistake with modifier E2?

Confusing E2 (lower left) with E1 (upper left) — mixing these up is a common transposition error when coding from an operative note.

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