Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with esophagoscopy
Describing a flexible esophagogastroduodenoscopy procedure with the additional component of esophagoscopy.
CPT code 91040 represents a flexible esophagogastroduodenoscopy procedure with the additional component of esophagoscopy. This comprehensive diagnostic examination involves the use of a flexible endoscope to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. The abbreviation emphasizes the inclusion of esophagoscopy as an integral component of the procedure. Healthcare providers utilize this code when performing diagnostic evaluations of the upper gastrointestinal tract, contributing to accurate coding and billing for the services rendered.