So confused-please help. Is an upper EGD same as Upper GI?

 OH Family: Is an upper GI series different than an upper EGD. I was just told my Dr. K's office that I need one done although it says on form that he would do it when I arrive in CA.  According to my insurance website I had an  Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy including esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum and/or jejunum as appropriate; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure). Is this an upper GI Series or is this an EGD?

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An "Upper GI series" could refer to x-rays with or without contrast material such as barium.  The best answer will come from your doctor's office since they know how they're using the term "upper GI series".  We can just guess.

 I called where I had the EGD done and they said its completely different. So I called my PCP who was able to expedite one and I will have upper GI series done on Tuesday. 

Toy a,
I responded on facebook. Be sure an read the FAQ on Dr. K's website. The upper GI is no big deal except for the barium being awful. I had one before my surgery then had another one in Nivember,

Ok im just hoping it doesnt change things like it did with Dr. roslin when he had me do EGD. I dont mind the barium swallow. I hope its only one bc when i had ct scan i had to drink 2 and was about to hurl.

I think I had to drink 4 or 5 swallows. With my first UGI I was gagging, but had no problem this last time.