What modifier is indicated for a healthy 80-year-old patient undergoing a bronchoscopy?

The correct modifier for a healthy 80-year-old patient undergoing a bronchoscopy is P1. This modifier is used to indicate a patient who is classified as healthy and has no underlying medical conditions that would significantly impact their ability to undergo surgery or a procedure.

In the context of the ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) physical status classification system, P1 represents a healthy patient, typically one who is well-nourished and with no specific disease or disorder. It serves to inform the healthcare providers about the patient's overall health status, which can have implications for anesthesia risk and overall management during the procedure.

The other modifiers, such as P2, P5, and P6, represent different levels of health concerns. P2 indicates a patient with mild systemic disease, P5 refers to a patient who is not expected to survive without surgery, and P6 applies to a declared brain-dead patient whose organs are being removed for donor purposes. Since the patient in question is described as healthy, the appropriate modifier is P1.