How To Use CPT Code 01430

cpt 01430 describes anesthesia services for procedures on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area when there is no other code to represent this procedure. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples of cpt 01430.

1. What is cpt 01430?

cpt 01430 is a code used to describe anesthesia services provided for procedures on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area. This code is used when there is no other specific code available to represent this particular procedure. Anesthesia services are performed by a qualified anesthesia provider to ensure the patient’s comfort and safety during the procedure.

2. Official Description

The official description of cpt 01430 is: ‘Anesthesia for procedures on veins of knee and popliteal area; not otherwise specified.’

3. Procedure

The anesthesia provider performs a preoperative evaluation of the patient before the procedure. During the procedure, the anesthesia provider administers anesthesia to induce and maintain the patient’s unconsciousness or sedation. They also monitor the patient’s vital signs and adjust the anesthesia as necessary to ensure the patient’s safety and comfort. After the procedure, the anesthesia provider oversees the patient’s transfer to the post-anesthesia care unit.

4. Qualifying circumstances

cpt 01430 is used when there is no other specific code available to represent anesthesia services for procedures on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area. This code is used when the procedure involves anesthesia administration for these specific areas and there is no other code that accurately describes the procedure.

5. When to use cpt code 01430

cpt 01430 should be used when anesthesia services are provided for procedures on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area, and there is no other specific code available to represent this procedure. It is important to accurately report the anesthesia services provided to ensure proper reimbursement and documentation.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for cpt 01430, the anesthesia provider must document the following information:

• Preoperative evaluation of the patient
• Type and amount of anesthesia administered
• Monitoring methods used during the procedure
• Start and stop times of anesthesia care
• Any complications or unusual circumstances during the procedure
• Transfer of the patient to the post-anesthesia care unit

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for cpt 01430, ensure that the anesthesia services are provided for procedures on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area. This code should be used when there is no other specific code available to represent this procedure. It is important to follow the guidelines provided by the payer for accurate billing and reimbursement.

8. Historical information

cpt 01430 was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 1990. There have been no updates to the code since its addition.

9. Similar codes to cpt 01430

There are no similar codes available for cpt 01430. This code is used specifically for anesthesia services for procedures on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area when there is no other specific code available.

9. Examples

1. An anesthesia provider administers anesthesia for a procedure on the veins of the knee for a patient undergoing knee surgery.
2. An anesthesia provider provides anesthesia services for a procedure on the popliteal vein for a patient undergoing a vascular procedure.
3. An anesthesia provider administers anesthesia for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a venous ablation procedure.
4. An anesthesia provider provides anesthesia services for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a vein graft surgery.
5. An anesthesia provider administers anesthesia for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a varicose vein treatment.
6. An anesthesia provider provides anesthesia services for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a deep vein thrombosis treatment.
7. An anesthesia provider administers anesthesia for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a vein ligation procedure.
8. An anesthesia provider provides anesthesia services for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a vein stripping surgery.
9. An anesthesia provider administers anesthesia for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a vein sclerotherapy treatment.
10. An anesthesia provider provides anesthesia services for a procedure on the veins of the knee and the popliteal area for a patient undergoing a vein angioplasty procedure.