Billing CPT 45990 & 46922 Together: A Comprehensive Guide

Yes, CPT codes 45990 and 46922 can be billed together.

CPT code 45990 is for a diagnostic evaluation of a patient with a suspected upper gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. This code can be used for a variety of services, including:

- History and physical examination

- Review of medical records

- Laboratory tests

- Imaging studies

CPT code 46922 is for an upper GI endoscopy. This procedure is used to visualize the inside of the upper GI tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.

These two codes can be billed together if the upper GI endoscopy is performed as part of the diagnostic evaluation of a patient with a suspected upper GI disorder.