tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2004 Issue 3

Reader Question: Use Anesthesia Code for Sedative Help

Question: Our physician frequently sedates patients with fractures that the orthopedic resident treats. I know reporting 99141 isn't appropriate, but how should I code this?Colorado Subscriber Answer: In such a situation, CPT directs you to use the appropriate code from the anesthesia section. For example, if the sedation were for a closed fracture of the humerus, you would use code 01730 (Anesthesia for all closed procedures on humerus and elbow). Or for sedation with a closed fracture of the ankle, you'd report 01462 (Anesthesia for all closed procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot).According to CPT, you...

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