Here is the CPT code for small bowel wireless capsule endoscopy and the two modifiers used with the code, according to Reimbursement Guide for Wireless Video Capsule Endoscopy Procedures from Olympus.
CPT Code
• 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (e.g., capsule endoscopy) esophagus through ileum, with physician interpretation and report
Modifiers
• 91110-TC: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (e.g., capsule endoscopy) esophagus through ileum, with physician interpretation and report. Technical component
• 91110-26: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (e.g., capsule endoscopy) esophagus through ileum, with physician interpretation and report. Professional component
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