Billing and Coding: Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Visualization

This policy provides billing and coding guidance that complements Local Coverage Determination L34434 for upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and visualization. It specifies that any unlisted procedure codes billed for these services are subject to development and medical review and must be supported by adequate medical documentation per the LCD.

"All unlisted procedure codes billed for upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and visualization services are subject to development and medical review."

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