00402 Anesthesia integ sys reconstructive breast
Also known as: breast reconstruction anesthesia, breast augmentation anesthesia, breast reduction anesthesia
Anesthesia for procedures on the integumentary system involving reconstructive procedures on the breast, including reduction mammoplasty and breast augmentation.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for breast reconstructive surgery; being put to sleep for breast surgery
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for reconstructive breast procedures including breast augmentation, reduction mammoplasty, mastopexy, and post-mastectomy reconstruction with implants or tissue expanders. Distinct from radical/modified radical mastectomy codes.
RVU Information
CPT 00402 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 00402?
CPT 00402 (Anesthesia integ sys reconstructive breast) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for procedures on the integumentary system involving reconstructive procedures on the breast, including reduction mammoplasty and breast augmentation.
How is anesthesia code 00402 billed?
Anesthesia code 00402 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for reconstructive breast procedures including breast augmentation, reduction mammoplasty, mastopexy, and post-mastectomy reconstruction with implants or tissue expanders. Distinct from radical/modified radical mastectomy codes. Used by anesthesiology, plastic surgery.
When is CPT 00402 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for reconstructive breast procedures including breast augmentation, reduction mammoplasty, mastopexy, and post-mastectomy reconstruction with implants or tissue expanders. Distinct from radical/modified radical mastectomy codes.
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