Surgery: Digestive System (Q&A) (July 2018)

July 2018 page 14b Surgery: Digestive System Question: May code 43239 (esophagogastroduodenoscopy [EGD]) be separately reported on the same date of service as code 43249 ? Answer: Yes, CPT guidelines permit the reporting of multiple endoscopy codes on the same date of service, as appropriate. Codes 43249 , Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter), and 43239 , Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple, should be reported with modifier 59, Distinct Procedural Service, appended because they describe distinctly different procedures. Both codes, however, include upper gastrointestinal diagnostic endoscopy service ( 43235 ), and...

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Article Overview

This article presents digestive system surgery coding questions and answers from a July 2018 CPT Assistant issue. It focuses on CPT reporting considerations for endoscopic procedures, unlisted stomach procedures, and hernia-related surgery, along with the general use of supporting documentation and modifier reporting in those contexts. The content is most relevant to coders, billers, and compliance staff working with surgical gastroenterology and general surgery claims.

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers identify when a digestive system procedure discussion involves multiple CPT codes, an unlisted procedure, or documentation-supported modifier reporting, which can affect claim preparation and payment review.

Article Sections

  1. July 2018 page 14b

    Introductory publication reference for the Q&A content in this issue. Identifies the article’s place within the source publication.

What You Will Learn

  • How the article addresses multiple digestive system endoscopy reporting questions
  • How the article discusses unlisted procedure reporting for an upper gastrointestinal condition
  • How the article frames a hernia repair question involving additional operative work and documentation
  • What types of documentation support are referenced in connection with select coding scenarios

Who Should Read This

  • CPT coders
  • Medical billers
  • Coding compliance staff
  • General surgery practice staff
  • Gastroenterology billing staff

Codes Discussed

Modifiers Discussed


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