{"id":2957,"date":"2025-02-18T15:30:04","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T15:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/?p=2957"},"modified":"2025-11-24T12:23:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T12:23:58","slug":"cpt-code-91010","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/cpt-code-91010\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide to CPT Code 91010"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Gastroenterology\u2019s various procedures, from simple office visits to complex endoscopic procedures, complicate its billing. Besides, a gastroenterologist has to deal with multiple anatomical locations since the gastrointestinal tract encompasses various organs, each with its own code set, complications, modifier usage, and billing requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, the billing specialists at MediBillMD decided to decode commonly used gastroenterology CPT codes in individual guides. This guide will discuss the CPT code 91010\u2019s descriptor, its applicable modifiers, billing requirements, and some best-case scenarios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, if you want to learn more about this procedural code, you should read this guide till the end!<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-e72fb17f      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#cpt-code-91010-description\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">CPT Code 91010 &#8211; Description<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#scenarios-where-cpt-code-91010-is-applicable\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Scenarios Where CPT Code 91010 is Applicable<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#typical-gerd-investigation\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Typical GERD Investigation<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#confirming-achalasia-diagnosis\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Confirming Achalasia Diagnosis<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#post-fundoplication-assessment\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Post Fundoplication Assessment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#applicable-modifiers-for-cpt-code-91010\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Applicable Modifiers for CPT Code 91010<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-26\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier 26<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-tc\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier TC<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-52\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier 52<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-53\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier 53<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-76\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier 76<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-77\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier 77<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#modifier-59\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Modifier 59<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#cpt-code-91010-billing-reimbursement-guidelines\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">CPT Code 91010 &#8211; Billing &amp; Reimbursement Guidelines<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#establish-medical-necessity\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Establish Medical Necessity<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ensure-comprehensive-documentation\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Ensure Comprehensive Documentation<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#append-the-appropriate-modifier\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Append the Appropriate Modifier<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#specific-payer-policies\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Specific Payer Policies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#summary\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Summary<\/a><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CPT Code 91010<\/strong><strong> &#8211; Description<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CPT code 91010 is from the code range \u2018Upper Gastrointestinal Motility Studies\u2019, maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA). It covers the professional and technical components of the esophageal manometry procedure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The healthcare provider uses a manometer to analyze the esophageal muscle movement and pressure in a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). He also interprets the findings and generates a report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scenarios Where <\/strong><strong>CPT Code 91010<\/strong><strong> is Applicable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some practical scenarios where this CPT code may apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Typical GERD Investigation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Assume a patient visits a physician complaining of persistent heartburn, chest pain, and difficulty swallowing. The healthcare provider suspects GERD and requested esophageal manometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The study results reveal abnormal esophageal contractions and decreased lower esophageal sphincter pressure, confirming GERD diagnosis. Thus, the CPT code 91010 will be reported to bill for the esophageal manometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Confirming Achalasia Diagnosis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider a scenario where a patient visits the physician due to difficulty swallowing both liquids and solids. The clinician suspects achalasia, a motility disorder characterized by the inability of the lower esophageal sphincter to relax. As a result, the physician orders esophageal manometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The esophageal manometry study results show the absence of peristaltic waves and increased resting lower esophageal sphincter pressure, confirming the achalasia diagnosis. Here, CPT code 91010 is applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Post Fundoplication Assessment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A patient undergoes a fundoplication, i.e., an anti-reflux surgery for treating severe GERD. However, even after the procedure, the patient experiences the symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, the physician requests esophageal manometry to evaluate the effectiveness of the fundoplication and assess for any postoperative complications, such as esophageal stricture or dysmotility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The CPT code 91010 will be used to bill for the esophageal manometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Applicable Modifiers for <\/strong><strong>CPT Code 91010<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Discussed below are some applicable modifiers for this procedural code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier 26<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Append the <a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modifier 26<\/a> when you only want to bill the professional component of the CPT code 91010, i.e., interpreting the results and generating a written report of the esophageal manometry study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier TC<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-tc\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-tc\/\">Modif<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-tc\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-tc\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">i<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-tc\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-tc\/\">er TC <\/a><\/strong>is often used to bill the technical component of the esophageal manometry procedure. Simply put, the procedure itself and the equipment used, excluding the interpretation, are billed by adding this modifier with the CPT 91010.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier 52<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-52\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Modifier 52<\/a> indicates that the esophageal manometry service was reduced in scope to what is described under the CPT code 91010.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier 53<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What happens when the esophageal manometry covered under the CPT code 91010 was initially started but stopped before it was complete due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the physician&#8217;s control or due to the factors that threaten the patient&#8217;s well-being? You should append <a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-53\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modifier 53<\/a> to highlight this to the payer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier 76<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the esophageal manometry study was repeated by the same healthcare provider on the same day, you should use <a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-76\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modifier 76<\/a> with the CPT code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier 77<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In cases where the esophageal manometry was repeated by another physician on the same day, <a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-77\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modifier 77<\/a> would be applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modifier 59<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the esophageal manometry service was distinct and separately payable from other services rendered on the same day, use <a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/blog\/modifier-51-vs-59\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modifier 59<\/a> with CPT code 91010 to avoid bundling issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CPT Code 91010<\/strong><strong> &#8211; Billing &amp; Reimbursement Guidelines<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, we will look into the billing requirements and reimbursement guidelines related to the CPT code 91010:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Establish Medical Necessity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your documentation must establish the medical necessity of the esophageal manometry study covered under the CPT code 91010 and justify the appropriateness of the performed procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ensure Comprehensive Documentation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Documentation completeness and accuracy are necessary to ensure timely and rightful reimbursement against the CPT code 91010. It should include patient demographic details, patient symptoms due to which the physician ordered this diagnostic procedure, and clinical notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, document any complications during the procedure and variations from the standard protocol. Besides, you should record all the relevant data obtained during the study and physician interpretation if you are billing for both the professional and technical components as mentioned under this CPT code descriptor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Append the Appropriate Modifier<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This CPT code covers the professional and technical components of the esophageal manometry study. Thus, if you are billing for a single component, either for conducting the test and equipment use or for interpreting results and generating a written report, you must append the appropriate modifier to ensure fair payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details on the applicable modifiers, you can revisit the \u2018Applicable Modifiers for CPT Code 91010\u2019 discussed above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specific Payer Policies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each payer, whether Medicare, Medicaid, or a private insurance company, has specific billing requirements and reimbursement guidelines. Therefore, it is crucial to review the specific payer policies before submitting a claim to avoid payment delays and denials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide explained the CPT code 91010 descriptor and shared some practical scenarios where it may be reported. We also discussed the applicable modifiers for this CPT code, including modifiers 26, TC, 52, 53, 59, 76, 77, and 91.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, we looked into the billing and reimbursement guidelines related to esophageal manometry. These included establishing medical necessity, ensuring comprehensive documentation, appending appropriate modifiers, and compliance with specific payer policies.&nbsp;If, even after reviewing all these details, you still struggle to navigate the complex landscape of medical coding and billing, we recommend outsourcing <a href=\"https:\/\/medibillmd.com\/specialties\/gastroenterology-billing-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>gastroenterology billing services<\/strong><\/a> to professionals like MediBillMD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-abb47e80fabc22046fdcb7a89e86f1a7\" style=\"color:#045cb4;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-6a7fb1d5 uagb-faq-icon-row-reverse uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/medibillmd.com\\\/blog\\\/cpt-code-91010\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>What is the difference between 91010 and 91013?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"CPT code 91013 covers perfusion or stimulation during the same session as a separately reportable esophageal manometric study. Conversely, CPT code 91010 only involves performing and interpreting esophageal manometry to analyze esophageal muscle movement and pressure.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>Does CPT code 91010 require a modifier?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"This CPT code covers the technical and professional components of the esophageal manometry study. Thus, the most commonly applicable modifiers are TC and 26. However, depending on the scenario, modifiers 59, 52, 76, etc., may also apply.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>Is CPT 91010 a surgical procedure?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No, the code covers a noninvasive diagnostic procedure that does not require physical interventions, such as suturing or incisions.\"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-9d7f5ed0 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is the difference between 91010 and 91013?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>CPT code 91013 covers perfusion or stimulation during the same session as a separately reportable esophageal manometric study. Conversely, CPT code 91010 only involves performing and interpreting esophageal manometry to analyze esophageal muscle movement and pressure.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-8b1e028d \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Does CPT code 91010 require a modifier?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>This CPT code covers the technical and professional components of the esophageal manometry study. Thus, the most commonly applicable modifiers are TC and 26. However, depending on the scenario, modifiers 59, 52, 76, etc., may also apply.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-a774ea54 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Is CPT 91010 a surgical procedure?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>No, the code covers a noninvasive diagnostic procedure that does not require physical interventions, such as suturing or incisions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gastroenterology\u2019s various procedures, from simple office visits to complex endoscopic procedures, complicate its billing. 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