The How to Use the Searchable Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Booklet (April 2014) Appendix, as well as the National Physician Fee Schedule Relative Value File Calendar Year 2014, provide a complete listing of modifiers and modifier indicator definitions.
Lacquer poisoning. Lacquer is a clear or colored coating (called a varnish) that is often used to give wooden surfaces a glossy look. Lacquer is dangerous to swallow. Breathing in the fumes for a long period is also harmful. This article is for information only.
Hazardous waste. Industrial and hospital waste is considered hazardous as they may contain toxic substances. Certain types of household waste are also hazardous. Hazardous wastes could be highly toxic to humans, animals, and plants; are corrosive, highly inflammable, or explosive; and react when exposed to certain things e.g. gases.