Table of Contents
- 1 What CPT code replaced 78607?
- 2 Can CPT 74220 and 74230 be billed together?
- 3 What is procedure code 78607?
- 4 How is an Esophagram test done?
- 5 What is the CPT code for barium swallow?
- 6 Which is the correct code to bill for swallowing function evaluations using barium coated food?
- 7 Can You Bill 74230 and 92611 together?
- 8 Where can I find CCI associated modifiers for Asha?
- 9 Is the NPI number 92611 the same as 74230?
What CPT code replaced 78607?
78320 Bone and Joint Imaging (SPECT) 78607 Brain Imaging (SPECT) 78647 Cerebrospinal Fluid Flow Imaging (cisternography) (SPECT)
Can CPT 74220 and 74230 be billed together?
barium swallow
Never bill CPT code 74220 & 74230 together. CPT code for barium swallow (74220) is included in with modified barium swallow procedure code (74230).
What is procedure code 78607?
The CPT Code 78607 is the code used for Radiology / nuclear medicine. The general guidance for this code is that it is used for nuclear medicine study of brain.
What is the difference between an upper GI and Esophagram?
If just the throat and esophagus are looked at, it’s called an esophagram (or barium swallow). Upper endoscopy is done instead of an upper GI series in certain cases. Endoscopy uses a thin, flexible tube (endoscope) to look at the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine (duodenum).
Who performs barium swallow test?
A barium swallow is most often done by a radiologist or radiology technician. A radiologist is a doctor who specializes in using imaging tests to diagnose and treat diseases and injuries. A barium swallow usually includes the following steps: You may need to remove your clothing.
How is an Esophagram test done?
An esophagram test is an inspection of the esophagus. The test is conducted as a part of a series of tests carried out on the upper and the middle regions of the GI tract. This test is performed using fluoroscopy, barium, and x-rays. Since barium is a contrast material, it is used as a marker.
What is the CPT code for barium swallow?
74230
CPT codes 70370, 70371 and 74230 describe the complete barium swallow study and should only be billed one time per patient on the same date of service.
Which is the correct code to bill for swallowing function evaluations using barium coated food?
Procedure for CPT code 74220 & 74230 The swallowing function of esophagus is examined through the use of barium sulphate hence this exam is also referred as “Barium swallow”. Abnormalities related to esophagus like reflux, varices etc. are diagnosed with this study.
What is the CPT code for thyroid uptake and scan?
78012, thyroid uptake, single or multiple quantitative measurement(s) (including stimulation, suppression, or discharge, when performed)
What’s the difference between CPT 74220 and 74230?
The basic difference between CPT 74220 and 74230 is the dynamic evaluation of the swallowing mechanism is not included in 74220. 74220 is only a fluoroscopic evaluation of esophagus. The provider may not always dictate the cineradiology/video analysis in the body of the report.
Can You Bill 74230 and 92611 together?
Starting in 2020 it looks like 74230 and 92611 cannot be billed together, even with a modifier. Do you have any information on how these should be coded by the radiologist and SLP?
Where can I find CCI associated modifiers for Asha?
Additional information on the use of CCI-associated modifiers is available on ASHA’s website. Once CMS implements the correction, all claims submitted since January 1, 2020, that appropriately included 92611 and 74230 can be reprocessed for payment of 74230, with the addition of the modifier to 74230 as the “column 2” code.
Is the NPI number 92611 the same as 74230?
For now, it looks like ASHA released a statement yesterday, clarifying the issue and their recommended course of action. What ASHA did not say and/or did not consider is that 92611 and 74230 are not usually billed on the same claim form under the same NPI number.