Extremophiles-Organisms Thriving in Harshest of the Environments. Article Summary: 'Extremophile' is a term that refers to bacteria that are able to grow and sustain in extremely harsh environments when compared to the environments that are termed as favourable for the growth of bacteria.
Question: One of the surgeons in my practice coded an Akin procedure as 28310, but CPT lists it as 28298. Which code is correct? Answer: According to the Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics, an Akin procedure is a closing wedge osteotomy of the first toe (hallux) proximal phalanx with excision of the medial eminence. It is performed to correct the condition hallux valgus (735.0), where the deformity is located at the interphalangeal joint. Code 28298 (Lapidus type procedure; by phalanx osteotomy) describes this procedure.
EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) is a common procedure used to screen your upper digestive tract for growths or foreign bodies. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, or EGD for short, is a procedure used by your doctor to gain more information about your esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.Your doctor can look at the insides of these structures by placing an endoscope, which is a small, bendable tube that acts like a video camera, into your throat.If any unusual growths or foreign bodies are found by your doctor, the endoscope may also be used to treat them. EGD is also called an upper endoscopy.our doctor can look at the insides of these structures by placing an endoscope, which is a small, bendable tube that acts like a video camera, into your throat. If any unusual growths or foreign bodies are found by your doctor, the endoscope may also be used to treat them. EGD is also called an upper endoscopy.