00908 Anesthesia perineal prostatectomy
Also known as: perineal prostatectomy anesthesia, perineal approach prostate anesthesia
Anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy. Covers general or regional anesthesia for surgical removal of the prostate gland through a perineal approach, typically in the exaggerated lithotomy position.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for prostate removal through the perineum; being put to sleep for prostate surgery from below
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy, either radical for prostate cancer or simple for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Performed in exaggerated lithotomy position with associated risks of compartment syndrome, neuropathy, and hemodynamic changes from positioning.
RVU Information
CPT 00908 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 00908?
CPT 00908 (Anesthesia perineal prostatectomy) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy. Covers general or regional anesthesia for surgical removal of the prostate gland through a perineal approach, typically in the exaggerated lithotomy position.
How is anesthesia code 00908 billed?
Anesthesia code 00908 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy, either radical for prostate cancer or simple for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Performed in exaggerated lithotomy position with associated risks of compartment syndrome, neuropathy, and hemodynamic changes from positioning. Used by anesthesiology, urology.
When is CPT 00908 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for perineal prostatectomy, either radical for prostate cancer or simple for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Performed in exaggerated lithotomy position with associated risks of compartment syndrome, neuropathy, and hemodynamic changes from positioning.
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