• If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ & read the forum rules. To view all forums, post or create a new thread, you must be an AAPC Member. If you are a member and have already registered for member area and forum access, you can log in by clicking here. If you've forgotten the password it can be reset on our sign in section by entering your registered Email Address or Username here. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below..

EGD vs Upper GI

E

efuhrmann

Guest
Messages
239
can someone please tell me the difference between an EGD and an upper GI? Tanks!
 
Upper GI is a blanket term for upper endoscopy. EGD (EsophagoGastroDuodenoscopy) is an upper GI where the scope is advanced to the duodenum and/or jejunum. Helpful?

Sandy Zimmicky, CPC, CGCS
Henry Ford Health System
Detroit, Michigan
 
I think sometimes the wording "upper GI" is also referring to the radiological test involving swallowing barium. I have seen providers write "upper GI endoscopy", in which they are referring to an EGD.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top