01170 Anesthesia opn procedures symph pub/si joint
Also known as: pelvic ring ORIF anesthesia, SI joint surgery anesthesia, open pelvic fixation anesthesia
Anesthesia for open procedures on the symphysis pubis or sacroiliac joint. Covers general anesthesia for surgical procedures on the pelvic ring including open reduction and fixation of pelvic disruptions.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for pelvic joint surgery; being put to sleep for open pelvic bone repair
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for open surgical procedures on the pubic symphysis or sacroiliac joint, including open reduction internal fixation of pelvic ring injuries and SI joint fusion. May involve significant positioning challenges and blood loss.
RVU Information
CPT 01170 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 01170?
CPT 01170 (Anesthesia opn procedures symph pub/si joint) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for open procedures on the symphysis pubis or sacroiliac joint. Covers general anesthesia for surgical procedures on the pelvic ring including open reduction and fixation of pelvic disruptions.
How is anesthesia code 01170 billed?
Anesthesia code 01170 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for open surgical procedures on the pubic symphysis or sacroiliac joint, including open reduction internal fixation of pelvic ring injuries and SI joint fusion. May involve significant positioning challenges and blood loss. Used by anesthesiology, orthopedic surgery, trauma surgery.
When is CPT 01170 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for open surgical procedures on the pubic symphysis or sacroiliac joint, including open reduction internal fixation of pelvic ring injuries and SI joint fusion. May involve significant positioning challenges and blood loss.
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