01620 Anesthesia clsd procedures shoulder joint
Also known as: shoulder reduction anesthesia, shoulder MUA anesthesia, closed shoulder anesthesia
Anesthesia for all closed procedures on the shoulder joint. Covers anesthesia for non-operative shoulder procedures including closed reduction of dislocations and manipulation under anesthesia.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for putting shoulder back in place; being put to sleep for shoulder manipulation
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for closed shoulder procedures including closed reduction of shoulder dislocations (anterior or posterior), manipulation under anesthesia for adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), and closed reduction of proximal humerus fractures.
RVU Information
CPT 01620 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 01620?
CPT 01620 (Anesthesia clsd procedures shoulder joint) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for all closed procedures on the shoulder joint. Covers anesthesia for non-operative shoulder procedures including closed reduction of dislocations and manipulation under anesthesia.
How is anesthesia code 01620 billed?
Anesthesia code 01620 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for closed shoulder procedures including closed reduction of shoulder dislocations (anterior or posterior), manipulation under anesthesia for adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), and closed reduction of proximal humerus fractures. Used by anesthesiology, orthopedic surgery, emergency medicine.
When is CPT 01620 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for closed shoulder procedures including closed reduction of shoulder dislocations (anterior or posterior), manipulation under anesthesia for adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), and closed reduction of proximal humerus fractures.
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