AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2021 Issue 1; Ask the Editor
Surveillance Upper Endoscopy
A patient undergoes surveillance upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy due to a personal and family history of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). The endoscope is introduced into the mouth and after thorough examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract, no evidence of a mass or polyp is found. What diagnosis codes are assigned for a personal and family history of FAP? Is this surveillance endoscopy considered a screening or a follow-up exam? ...
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Article Overview
This article explains the coding considerations for a surveillance upper GI endoscopy when there is a personal and family history related to familial adenomatous polyposis. It is relevant for coders who need to understand how the encounter is classified and which diagnosis categories are associated with the patient history context. The discussion focuses on surveillance context, history-based coding, and the distinction between screening and follow-up for this type of exam.
Why This Topic Matters
Correctly classifying surveillance endoscopy affects diagnosis selection and how the encounter is interpreted for medical coding purposes. The article is useful for coders, billing staff, and compliance reviewers working with GI procedures and history-based encounters.
What You Will Learn
- How surveillance upper GI endoscopy is framed in a history-based clinical context.
- Which diagnosis coding categories are associated with personal and family history in this scenario.
- How the article approaches the screening-versus-follow-up distinction for the encounter.
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Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Compliance personnel
Codes Discussed
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