00844 Anesthesia iper procedures abdmnprnl rescj
Also known as: APR anesthesia, abdominoperineal resection anesthesia
Anesthesia for intraperitoneal procedures in the lower abdomen involving abdominoperineal resection. Covers general anesthesia for surgical removal of the rectum, anus, and sigmoid colon with creation of a permanent colostomy.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for rectal cancer removal surgery; being put to sleep for bowel and rectum removal
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for abdominoperineal resection, a major oncologic procedure for low rectal cancer. Involves both abdominal and perineal surgical approaches, often requiring combined lithotomy/supine positioning, epidural for pain management, and prolonged anesthesia time.
RVU Information
CPT 00844 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 00844?
CPT 00844 (Anesthesia iper procedures abdmnprnl rescj) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for intraperitoneal procedures in the lower abdomen involving abdominoperineal resection. Covers general anesthesia for surgical removal of the rectum, anus, and sigmoid colon with creation of a permanent colostomy.
How is anesthesia code 00844 billed?
Anesthesia code 00844 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for abdominoperineal resection, a major oncologic procedure for low rectal cancer. Involves both abdominal and perineal surgical approaches, often requiring combined lithotomy/supine positioning, epidural for pain management, and prolonged anesthesia time. Used by anesthesiology, colorectal surgery, surgical oncology.
When is CPT 00844 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for abdominoperineal resection, a major oncologic procedure for low rectal cancer. Involves both abdominal and perineal surgical approaches, often requiring combined lithotomy/supine positioning, epidural for pain management, and prolonged anesthesia time.
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