Gastroenterology Coding Alert
Conscious Sedation Defined
Gastroenterology Coding Alert
- Break Botox Paralysis With Unlisted-Procedure Code or Carriers Suggestions
Because no CPT code exists for injections of substances into the esophagus, except for sclerotherapy [...] - The Demands of Botox:
Freeze Claims That Fail Criteria and Documentation Rules
To receive reimbursement for Botox treatment for achalasia, you must meet the coverage and documentation [...] - You Be the Coder:
PEG Removal
Test your coding knowledge. Determine how you would code this situation before looking at the [...] - Dont Let Conscious Sedation Numb Payment Possibilities
Although Medicare does not pay for conscious sedation for colonoscopies, some private payers do. So [...] - Conscious Sedation Defined
Conscious sedation is a relaxed state of consciousness that is achieved by administering medication intravenously [...] - Adhere to CPTs Rules for Conscious Sedation
Regardless of payer, you must meet the criteria CPT sets forth in CPT Assistant July [...] - Reader Question:
Biopsy and Removal
Question: I have recently received denials for second procedures using 45385, and 45384 with - Reader Question:
Primary Versus Secondary V Codes
Question: When a patient is seen for a follow-up from a liver transplant, I report [...] - Reader Question:
ERCP With Radiologic Interpretation
Question: When my physician performs the radiologic interpretation for an ERCP, should I bill 74330-26? [...]
