Removing or moving foreign body – the answer will lead you to two different codes.
Deciphering whether your gastroenterologist removes a foreign body or simply moves it will determine which code you should report for the procedure. Ensure you’re reporting foreign body removal (FBR) procedures appropriately, by knowing three facts.
1. Use 43247 for FBRs With a Scope
If your gastroenterologist actually performs an FBR – in other words, he extracts the foreign body – you should report this using [...]
