Forum - Questions & Answers
May 11th, 2011 - dtelford9279 1
G-Tube removal
What is the CPT® code for removal of a percutaneously placed gastrostomy tube?
Thank you,
Deb
May 11th, 2011 - koatsj 160
re: G-Tube removal
I don't believe you can bill for this. You have to bill an E/M instead.
May 11th, 2011 - dtelford9279 1
re: G-Tube removal
Thank you for the info - would an E/M code apply even if this was done as an outpatient in the GI unit of a hospital?
Deb
May 11th, 2011 - koatsj 160
re: G-Tube removal
Yes. Just make sure your E/M is appropriate for outpt setting.