Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) is used to examine the esophageal and stomach linings as well as the walls of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. The upper tract consists of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum; the lower tract includes the colon and rectum.

The following codes are thought to be relevant to Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided procedures and are referenced throughout this guide. All rates shown are 2023 Medicare national averages; actual rates will vary geographically and/or by individual facility.

The following coding examples provide a spectrum of common clinical circumstances that cover the use of EUS codes. It is most important to note what you can and can’t code as part of the same procedure.

Description Of CPT 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures).

2015年6月1日 · CPT® codes for reporting EUS are: 43231 Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination 43232 Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s)

Endoscopic ultrasound is a procedure that combines endoscopy and ultrasound to create images of the digestive tract and nearby organs and tissues. It also is called EUS. During EUS, a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is placed in the digestive tract.

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS): A procedure that combines endoscopy and ultrasound to obtain images of the digestive tract and surrounding tissues. It provides detailed information about the layers of the esophageal wall and adjacent structures, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Payer policies will vary and should be verified prior to treatment for limitations on diagnosis, coding or site of service requirements. The coding options listed within this guide are commonly used codes and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.

An esophagogastroduodenoscopy is a procedure to view the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum by means of flexible endoscope through the mouth. During this procedure, the physician uses endoscopic ultrasound to examine the patient.

Endoscopic ultrasonography is used for staging tumors of the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas and bile ducts; the most notable application is in staging esophageal, gastric, and rectal tumors.