99153 Mod sed same phys/qhp each
Also known as: conscious sedation add-on, procedural sedation add-on
Moderate sedation or anesthesia administered by the same physician/qualified healthcare provider for each subsequent or additional encounter or time interval.
In Plain Language
additional sedation time during same procedure
Clinical Context
Used for each additional service period for moderate sedation administered by the procedure provider.
RVU Information
CPT 99153 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 99153?
CPT 99153 (Mod sed same phys/qhp each) is a Medicine code. Moderate sedation or anesthesia administered by the same physician/qualified healthcare provider for each subsequent or additional encounter or time interval.
Who uses CPT code 99153?
CPT 99153 is used by Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Surgery. Used for each additional service period for moderate sedation administered by the procedure provider.
When is CPT 99153 used?
Used for each additional service period for moderate sedation administered by the procedure provider.
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