74220 is bundled with 74246 and modifier is not allowed. Hence 74220 will be denied and you need to write off this code.
CPT codes 74220 (Radiologic examination, gastrointestinal tract, including fluoroscopy) and 74247 (Radiologic examination, gastrointestinal tract, including fluoroscopy, with contrast) cannot typically be billed together, as they describe similar procedures. When billing for imaging services, it’s essential to follow the guidelines of the insurance payer and ensure that the services are not considered duplicative. It’s advisable to consult the specific payer's policies or coding guidelines for confirmation.
The CPT code for a barium esophagram is typically 74220. This code is used to bill for a fluoroscopic examination of the esophagus using barium contrast to diagnose conditions such as strictures, hiatal hernias, and swallowing difficulties.
Both these codes are for evaluation and management visits. The general rule is that you cannot bill these two E/M codes when the same provider performs the E/M. However, if the patient sees two different providers (from different specialties) on the same DOS, you can report these two codes with appropriate modifier.
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Medicare and Medicaid type of bill codes and definitions can be found on the following website: http://www.indianamedicaid.com/ihcp/Forms/Type_of_Bill_Table.pdf
To find out the errors on a hospital bill by the CPT codes by using the ICD or other medical coding books.
all the 1000 bear bill codes does not work
HCPCS Codes, not hicpic
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Kim's bill was 12.50. Jill's was 8.75.