AMA CPT® Assistant - 2014 Issue 2 (February)
Medicine: Gastroenterology (Q&A) (February 2014)
February 2014 page 11c Medicine: Gastroenterology Question: May CPT code 91038 , Esophageal function test, gastroesophageal reflux test with nasal catheter intraluminal impedance electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation; prolonged (greater than 1 hour, up to 24 hours) , be used to report laryngopharyngeal pH monitoring? Answer: No. It would not be appropriate to report code 91038 for laryngopharyngeal pH monitoring. CPT code 42999 , Unlisted procedure, pharynx, adenoids, or tonsils, would be used. Codes 91034 and 91035 which represent esophageal pH monitoring would also not be appropriate for laryngopharyngeal pH monitoring. Medicine: Gastroenterology (Q&A) (February 2014). CPT® Assistant. 2014; February...
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Article Overview
This article is a short gastroenterology coding question-and-answer item from CPT Assistant. It explains the scope of the coding question, identifies the relevant CPT reporting options discussed, and clarifies that the topic is about selecting the appropriate category of reporting for a specialized monitoring service. It is useful for coders and billing staff who handle gastroenterology and related head-and-neck procedures and want to understand the article’s coding focus before reading the full discussion.
Why This Topic Matters
Small differences in procedure type and anatomical site can change how a service is reported. This article helps readers quickly determine whether the guidance applies to their coding scenario.
Article Sections
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February 2014 page 11c
A brief Q&A item in gastroenterology coding from CPT Assistant. The section centers on a reporting question involving specialized monitoring and related CPT references.
What You Will Learn
- The article’s coding topic and clinical context.
- Which reporting categories are discussed for a specialized monitoring service.
- How a short Q&A format addresses a gastroenterology coding question.
- intended_audiences":["Medical coders","Coding auditors","Billing staff","Gastroenterology practices","Healthcare compliance teams"],
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Gastroenterology practices
- Healthcare compliance teams
Codes Discussed
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