23AMW2409852 - Introduction to In-Office FEES and MBSS Swallowing Evaluation

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) and videofluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS) also known as modified barium swallow study (MBSS) are safe, validated, and widely used instrumental diagnostic procedures for the evaluation of oropharyngeal swallowing function in adults and children. They are used to offer oral diet recommendations and to implement appropriate rehabilitation interventions.
FEES and MBSS/VFSS are considered the gold standard for oropharyngeal swallowing evaluation and are most commonly performed by speech-language pathologists (SLPs). However, these studies are gaining more popularity among otolaryngologists in the office setting. In this session, we will present the use of FEES and MBSS in the ENT outpatient clinic. We will present how to implement these studies in your practice, review the literature, billing options and the role of SLP in performing these studies in outpatient ENT clinic.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: 1. Identify and discuss oropharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia diagnostic workup

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: 2. Describe the indications for obtaining instrumental oropharyngeal swallowing evaluation exams (FEES and MBSS)

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: 3. Explain how to implement instrumental swallow evaluation (FEES and MBSS) in your ENT practice

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: Session will provide the general approach to assessment of dysphagia and in particular oropharyngeal dysphagia in the ENT clinic. We will present how to implement instrumental swallowing evaluation (FEES and MBSS) in the ENT clinic, including billing, working with SLP and points to consider.