91022 Duodenal motility study
Also known as: duodenal manometry, duodenal motility test, small bowel function study
Duodenal motility study to evaluate the muscular function and coordination of the proximal small intestine.
In Plain Language
test of small intestine muscle strength; measurement of intestine muscle movement
Clinical Context
Diagnostic study to evaluate suspected duodenal dysmotility, obstruction, or disorders of small bowel coordination. Measures pressure and contractions in the duodenum.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.40 |
| Total RVU | 1.40 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.40, this code ranks in the 67th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.8x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 91022?
CPT 91022 (Duodenal motility study) is a Medicine code. Duodenal motility study to evaluate the muscular function and coordination of the proximal small intestine.
Who uses CPT code 91022?
CPT 91022 is used by Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Surgery. Diagnostic study to evaluate suspected duodenal dysmotility, obstruction, or disorders of small bowel coordination. Measures pressure and contractions in the duodenum.
When is CPT 91022 used?
Diagnostic study to evaluate suspected duodenal dysmotility, obstruction, or disorders of small bowel coordination. Measures pressure and contractions in the duodenum.
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