00104 Anesthesia electroconvulsive therapy
Also known as: ECT anesthesia, shock therapy anesthesia
Anesthesia for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Covers general anesthesia administration, typically using short-acting agents such as methohexital or propofol with succinylcholine for muscle relaxation during ECT sessions.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for electroconvulsive therapy; anesthesia for brain stimulation treatment for depression
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for electroconvulsive therapy sessions. ECT is indicated for treatment-resistant major depression, catatonia, and severe mania. Typically performed as an outpatient or short-stay procedure 2-3 times per week.
RVU Information
CPT 00104 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Anesthesia codes use a base unit + time unit system rather than standard RVUs. Contact your payer for the anesthesia conversion factor.
Billing & Documentation
Anesthesia codes are billed using base units plus time units. One time unit typically equals 15 minutes of anesthesia time. Document start and stop times, patient status (P1-P6), and any qualifying circumstances. Modifiers AA, QK, QX, or QY indicate the provider arrangement.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 00104?
CPT 00104 (Anesthesia electroconvulsive therapy) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Covers general anesthesia administration, typically using short-acting agents such as methohexital or propofol with succinylcholine for muscle relaxation during ECT sessions.
How is anesthesia code 00104 billed?
Anesthesia code 00104 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for electroconvulsive therapy sessions. ECT is indicated for treatment-resistant major depression, catatonia, and severe mania. Typically performed as an outpatient or short-stay procedure 2-3 times per week. Used by anesthesiology, psychiatry.
When is CPT 00104 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for electroconvulsive therapy sessions. ECT is indicated for treatment-resistant major depression, catatonia, and severe mania. Typically performed as an outpatient or short-stay procedure 2-3 times per week.
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