Common Gastroenterlogist CPT Codes
CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes are a set of codes used by healthcare providers to describe the procedures and services they provide. Common CPT codes that Gastroenterologists use include:
- 43235-43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), which is an examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract using a scope.
- 45378-45398: Colonoscopy, which is an examination of the large intestine and rectum using a scope.
- 43247: Double-balloon enteroscopy, which is an examination of the small intestine using a scope.
- 43264: Capsule endoscopy, which is an examination of the small intestine using a swallowable camera.
- 47000: Removal of a foreign body from the esophagus.
- 47385: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) which is a procedure to diagnose and treat problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas.
- 44650: Placement of a feeding tube through the nose or mouth into the stomach.
- 48118: Laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder.
- 43450: Endoscopic variceal ligation, which is a procedure to treat bleeding from varicose veins in the esophagus or stomach.
- G0105: Screening colonoscopy on individual at high risk
It’s important to note that the codes listed above are not exhaustive and may vary depending on the state, insurance companies, and the healthcare facility. The Gastroenterologists and the billing experts should stay updated with the CPT codes and their utilization criteria to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement.
