Anesthesia Coding Alert
Begin with 01936 for Anesthesia During Kyphoplasty
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Only the Sedation Provider Can Report 99152
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Begin with 01936 for Anesthesia During Kyphoplasty
Question: One of our physicians administered anesthesia during a patient’s kyphoplasty procedure. I’m thinking the [...] - Reader Question:
Remember Modifier G8 for Monitored Anesthesia Care
Question: A provider excised a malignant lesion on the patient’s forearm under general anesthesia. What code [...] - Reader Question:
Pay Attention to Global Period for Pain Pump Removal
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Confirm 'Emergency' Associated with 31500 Claim
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