00400 Anesthesia integumentary sys not otherwise specified
Also known as: skin surgery anesthesia extremities, integumentary anesthesia trunk
Anesthesia for procedures on the integumentary system on the extremities, anterior trunk, and perineum not otherwise specified. Covers general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care for skin and soft tissue procedures in these regions.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for skin surgery on arms, legs, or trunk; being put to sleep for skin procedure
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for integumentary procedures on the extremities, anterior trunk, or perineum not covered by more specific codes. Includes extensive skin excisions, wound debridement, and soft tissue procedures in these regions.
RVU Information
CPT 00400 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 00400?
CPT 00400 (Anesthesia integumentary sys not otherwise specified) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for procedures on the integumentary system on the extremities, anterior trunk, and perineum not otherwise specified. Covers general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care for skin and soft tissue procedures in these regions.
How is anesthesia code 00400 billed?
Anesthesia code 00400 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for integumentary procedures on the extremities, anterior trunk, or perineum not covered by more specific codes. Includes extensive skin excisions, wound debridement, and soft tissue procedures in these regions. Used by anesthesiology, plastic surgery, general surgery.
When is CPT 00400 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for integumentary procedures on the extremities, anterior trunk, or perineum not covered by more specific codes. Includes extensive skin excisions, wound debridement, and soft tissue procedures in these regions.
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