01740 Anesthesia opn/arthrs procedures elbow not otherwise specified
Also known as: elbow surgery anesthesia, open elbow anesthesia
Anesthesia for open or arthroscopic procedures on the elbow not otherwise specified. Covers general or regional anesthesia for therapeutic elbow surgery.
In Plain Language
anesthesia for elbow surgery; being put to sleep for elbow operation
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for open or arthroscopic elbow procedures not covered by more specific codes (01742-01760). Includes arthroscopic debridement, loose body removal, lateral epicondyle release, and open elbow procedures. Brachial plexus block is the primary regional technique.
RVU Information
CPT 01740 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 01740?
CPT 01740 (Anesthesia opn/arthrs procedures elbow not otherwise specified) is a Anesthesia code. Anesthesia for open or arthroscopic procedures on the elbow not otherwise specified. Covers general or regional anesthesia for therapeutic elbow surgery.
How is anesthesia code 01740 billed?
Anesthesia code 01740 is billed using base units plus time units (1 unit = 15 minutes). Used when providing anesthesia for open or arthroscopic elbow procedures not covered by more specific codes (01742-01760). Includes arthroscopic debridement, loose body removal, lateral epicondyle release, and open elbow procedures. Brachial plexus block is the primary regional technique. Used by anesthesiology, orthopedic surgery.
When is CPT 01740 used?
Used when providing anesthesia for open or arthroscopic elbow procedures not covered by more specific codes (01742-01760). Includes arthroscopic debridement, loose body removal, lateral epicondyle release, and open elbow procedures. Brachial plexus block is the primary regional technique.
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