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<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> ASGE Answers Your Coding Questions

A provider asked if 46221 can be billed twice in one visit for different hemorrhoid degrees (e.g., 46221 K64.1 and 46221-59 K64.2). Coding software accepted it, but is this valid coding practice for the same procedure on different hemorrhoid sites?

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Addressing Cancellations and No-Shows

The endoscopy department has been seeing a high percentage of cancellations/no-shows over the past few years. One factor that the GI and endoscopy department lacked was a registered nurse (RN) to prep patients, answer questions and confirm appointments.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Case 21: Liver

A 46-year-old white male presents with a complaint of “abnormal liver labs.” He states his liver labs have been slightly elevated over the past nine months. He is asymptomatic.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Beyond the Office Visit: Enhancing Patient-Doctor Relationships in the Age of Information and Limited Resources

In today’s rapidly evolving health care landscape, the patient-doctor relationship is more important than ever.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> How Artificial Intelligence Can Enhance Operational Efficiency and Prevent Physician Burnout in Gastroenterology

An analysis of the benefits and challenges of implementing artificial intelligence solutions in gastroenterology practices.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Readmission and Adverse Event Reporting

Our thanks to Pravina Khant, MSN, RN, who shares a detailed review of the readmission and adverse event reporting system Hartford HealthCare Digestive Health Institute has implemented across its system.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Case 20: Esophagus

A 35-year-old White male with no significant medical history presented to the emergency room with a complaint of “I can’t swallow.” Approximately two hours ago, while eating chicken for dinner, he suddenly had trouble swallowing.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Prioritizing Your Health and Wellness for Optimal Patient Care

The field of gastroenterology, like many other medical specialties, is undergoing a gradual but significant transformation. However, one area that remains a challenge is the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> ASGE Answers Your Coding Questions

The patient has a J-pouch, and the physician states in his procedure notes that the scope was advanced through the anus to the ileorectal anastomosis, and “J-Pouch seen, Ileum” (exact words in the notes).

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Documenting Anticoagulation Recommendations Postprocedure

To monitor the physician's procedure report and the patient's discharge report for documentation that patients taking an anticoagulant (i.e., Coumadin, Xarelto, Eliquis, Plavix) before the procedure are instructed on when to resume it after the procedure.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Case 19: Esophagus

A 45-year-old male presents with a complaint of “heartburn.” He has experienced symptoms of substernal burning three to five times per week over the last 18 months.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Shaping the Future of Gastroenterology: Empowering Female Leaders

The field of gastroenterology, like many other medical specialties, is undergoing a gradual but significant transformation. However, one area that remains a challenge is the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Diversifying GI Practice Revenue

In the ever-evolving landscape of health care, the need for diversifying income streams in gastroenterology practices has never been clearer.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> Improving the Show Rate and Quality of Bowel Preparation Via One-Way Text Messaging

No-shows and inadequate bowel preparations (prep) lead to a significant waste of resources in endoscopy centers. While printed prep instructions and preprocedural nursing phone calls are often used to prevent this, they are not always successful.

<�鶹��ý��Ƶ> ASGE Answers Your Coding Questions

A colonoscopy was performed on a patient through a stoma, and a sigmoidoscopy was performed on the same patient on the same day. Can I bill both codes together?