What is a FL upper GI?

Upper gastrointestinal tract radiography or “Upper GI” uses a form of real-time X-ray called fluoroscopy and a barium-based contrast material or a water soluble iodinated contrast to produce images of the esophagus, stomach and small intestine.

What is the CPT code 74220?

Basic – Cpt Code for Modified Barium Swallow Esophagram has two CPT codes 74220 and 74230, normal Barium swallow and Modified Barium swallow. Both are done to find any abnormalities like hiatal hernia or gastroesophageal reflux (K21. 9), related to swallowing function of esophagus.

Are you put to sleep for an upper GI?

All endoscopic procedures involve some degree of sedation, which relaxes you and subdues your gag reflex. Being sedated during the procedure will put you into a moderate to deep sleep, so you will not feel any discomfort when the endoscope is inserted through the mouth and into the stomach.

Can I drive after an upper GI?

For safety reasons, you can’t drive for 24 hours after the procedure, as the sedatives used during the procedure need time to wear off. You will need to make plans for getting a ride home after the procedure.

What is CPT code for upper GI series?

An upper gastrointestinal (GI) series (CPT codes 74240-74249) involves the evaluation of the upper GI tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum as stated in the ACR standard for these procedures. Typically, this includes fluoroscopic and spot film evaluation of the esophagus.

What is the CPT code for upper GI?

CPT DESCRIPTION 74241 Upper GI, with or without delayed images, without KUB 74245 Upper GI, with small intestine, includes multiple serial images 74247 Upper GI, air contrast, with specific high density barium, effervescent agent, with or without glucagon; with or without delayed images, with KUB 74249

What is the CPT code for acute abdomen?

CPT DESCRIPTION 74022 Radiologic examination, complete acute abdomen series, including 2 or more views of the abdomen (eg, supine, erect, and/or decubitus views), and a single view chest

What does the CPT code 78800 stand for?

CPT DESCRIPTION 78800 Radiopharmaceutical localization of tumor, inflammatory process or distribution of radiopharmaceutical agent(s) (includes vascular flow and blood pool imaging, when performed); planar, single area (eg, head, neck, chest, pelvis), single day imaging 78801

What is the CPT code for lumbar puncture?

Special Procedures-Lumbar Puncture CPT DESCRIPTION 62328 Spinal puncture, lumbar diagnostic, with fluoroor CT guidance 62329 Spinal puncture, therapeutic, for drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (by needle or catheter), w/fluoroor CT guidance