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Case Study: This discussion will look at guidelines for respiratory and digestive system procedures, as well as how to write a physician query.

First, please read the two articles linked below. After reading the articles, research the guidelines that apply to the PCS coding of bronchoscopes and EGDs. Then research possible queries needed to accurately code these procedures. Examine the PCS tables for these procedures and think about what documentation is needed for accurate coding.

ICD-10-CM/PCS: potential methodologic strengths and challenges for thoracic surgery researchers and reviewersLinks to an external site.

Guidelines for Achieving a Compliant ICD-10-PCD QueryLinks to an external site.

Questions: In your discussion post, include the following items:

1. Discuss 1-2 guidelines that apply to the coding of bronchoscope. Explain the guideline(s) in your own words, as if you were explaining to someone with minimal coding knowledge (avoid jargon, direct quotes, etc.). Why is this guideline important for the coder to follow?
2. Discuss 1-2 guidelines that apply to the coding of EGDs. Explain the guideline(s) in your own words, as if you were explaining to someone with minimal coding knowledge (avoid jargon, direct quotes, etc.). Why is this guideline important for the coder to follow?
3. Create an example scenario of a patient receiving a bronchoscope or EGD. Make sure that a critical piece of information is missing from your scenario, and then write a query to the physician.