Wiki Understanding cabg coding in anesthesia

[OEHMLER5]

Can anyone suggest information in laymen terms that describe how to actually code a CABG? Thanks!

 

[karras]

If it's ASA codes you're looking for check out the codes starting at about 00562. You can use either a crosswalk book or the relative value guide. I think using the relative value guide is easier to use. It also helps if your anesthesia provider has good documentation as it will aid you in picking a code. I hope that helps. Kim

 

[mct_chit]

CABG - coronary bypass graft

00566 = anesthesia for direct coronary artery bypass grafting;
WITHOUT oxygenator

00567 = WITH oxygenator

 

[mct_chit]

Sorry it was typo

CABG = coronary artery bypass graft