Case Studies—Digestive System Operative and Emergency Department Reports - Operative Report
Abstract from Documentation:
A. What exactly was visualized during this endoscopic procedure?
B. Besides visualization (diagnostic endoscopy) what else was performed during the endoscopy?
C. Time to Code:
A. Esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (EGD)
B. Dilation
C. Index:
Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal, Upper, Dilation
Code(s):
43248 EGD with insertion of guidewire followed by dilation of esophagus over guidewire
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