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Ask a Rev Cycle Expert: EGD/EUS With Reverse Gastrojejunostomy?

Question:

How would you code an endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastrojejunostomy?

Answer:

There is no Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code to report endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastrojejunostomy (EUS-GJ) for gastric obstruction indications. At this time, CPT® code 44799 Unlisted procedure, small intestine is recommended.

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