00732 Anesthesia upper gi ndsc procedures ercp
Also known as: ERCP anesthesia, bile duct scope anesthesia
Anesthesia for upper gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures involving endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Covers general anesthesia or deep sedation for this specialized biliary and pancreatic endoscopic procedure.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for bile duct scope procedure; being put to sleep for pancreas and bile duct examination
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for ERCP, a specialized endoscopic procedure for diagnosis and treatment of biliary and pancreatic disorders. Typically performed in prone or left lateral position. Indicated for choledocholithiasis, biliary strictures, and pancreatic duct pathology.
RVU Information
CPT 00732 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 00732?
CPT 00732 (Anesthesia upper gi ndsc procedures ercp) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for upper gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures involving endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Covers general anesthesia or deep sedation for this specialized biliary and pancreatic endoscopic procedure.
How is anesthesia code 00732 billed?
Anesthesia code 00732 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for ERCP, a specialized endoscopic procedure for diagnosis and treatment of biliary and pancreatic disorders. Typically performed in prone or left lateral position. Indicated for choledocholithiasis, biliary strictures, and pancreatic duct pathology. Used by anesthesiology, gastroenterology.
When is CPT 00732 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for ERCP, a specialized endoscopic procedure for diagnosis and treatment of biliary and pancreatic disorders. Typically performed in prone or left lateral position. Indicated for choledocholithiasis, biliary strictures, and pancreatic duct pathology.
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