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01474 Anesthesia gastrocnemius recession

Anesthesia

Also known as: gastroc recession anesthesia, Strayer procedure anesthesia

Anesthesia for gastrocnemius recession. Covers anesthesia for surgical lengthening of the gastrocnemius muscle-tendon unit to treat equinus contracture.

In Plain Language

anesthesia for calf muscle lengthening surgery; being put to sleep for calf tightness surgery

Clinical Context

Used when providing anesthesia for gastrocnemius recession (Strayer or Baumann procedure) to address gastrocnemius equinus contracture. Commonly performed for chronic plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot ulcers, or as adjunct to other foot and ankle procedures.

RVU Information

CPT 01474 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

anesthesiologyorthopedic surgerypodiatry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 01474?

CPT 01474 (Anesthesia gastrocnemius recession) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for gastrocnemius recession. Covers anesthesia for surgical lengthening of the gastrocnemius muscle-tendon unit to treat equinus contracture.

How is anesthesia code 01474 billed?

Anesthesia code 01474 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for gastrocnemius recession (Strayer or Baumann procedure) to address gastrocnemius equinus contracture. Commonly performed for chronic plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot ulcers, or as adjunct to other foot and ankle procedures. Used by anesthesiology, orthopedic surgery, podiatry.

When is CPT 01474 used?

Used when providing anesthesia for gastrocnemius recession (Strayer or Baumann procedure) to address gastrocnemius equinus contracture. Commonly performed for chronic plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot ulcers, or as adjunct to other foot and ankle procedures.

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