The reimbursement rates for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy under Blue Cross can vary widely based on factors such as the specific plan, location, and whether the procedure is performed in an outpatient or inpatient setting. Typically, insurance plans cover a significant portion of these procedures, often requiring the patient to pay a deductible and/or copayment. For precise reimbursement rates, it's best to check directly with Blue Cross or consult the specific plan documents.
Chewing gum before an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy can affect the tests. It may stimulate saliva production and gastric secretions, potentially leading to false results during the EGD. For colonoscopy, chewing gum could result in residual food or air in the digestive tract, complicating visualization. Therefore, it's generally advised to avoid chewing gum before these procedures.
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EGD stands for esophagogastroduodenoscopy. It is a test in which a small camera is lowered down the throat to look at the lining of the esophagus.
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The CPT code for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with Bravo pH monitoring is 43235. This code specifically refers to the EGD procedure, while the Bravo pH monitoring system is typically reported using an add-on code, which is 91034 for the pH monitoring. Always check the latest coding guidelines or consult a coding professional for the most accurate information.
esophagus, stomach and small intestine.
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43247 is a CPT code! If you want the ICD-9-CM code for EGD (with foreign body removal) than the code is 45.13 (Other Endoscopy of the Small Intestine).
EGD is safe and well tolerated; however, complications can occur as with any procedure. These are most often due to medications used during the procedure, or are related to endoscopic therapy. The overall complication rate of EGD is.
It's a upper endoscopy or EGD (esophageal, gastric, duodenum) It uses a scope that goes down from the mouth, sees the esophagus, then the stomach and gets into the first few inches of the duodenum. With people who are older most tests have more risks. I would say sedation, is the main risk. Because (not very often) you have trouble waking up. But you get a lighter sedation but still have no pain. I have a EGD & colonoscopy every three months since I was 28 y/o. And it's never been painful or dangerous. And I'm no where near 28 any more.