Anesthesia for vaginal delivery only
Anesthesia for vaginal delivery only
CPT code 01960 refers to "Anesthesia for labor and delivery," specifically for the administration of anesthesia during a vaginal delivery. This code is used when a provider performs anesthesia services for pain management in laboring patients. It includes both the administration of the anesthetic and the monitoring of the patient's status during the procedure.
59400 still vaginal delivery.
59409
The CPT code for anesthesia during a cesarean delivery is 01961. This code specifically pertains to the administration of anesthesia for a cesarean delivery, reflecting the services provided during the procedure. It is important to note that this code is used when anesthesia is administered solely for the cesarean delivery without any additional surgical procedures.
59400
Use CPT 64920 if it is performed WITHOUT anesthesia, use CPT code 64921 if it is performed WITH anesthesia, and then the anesthesia cannot be billed separate, as payment will be included in the second CPT code.
Yes, the anesthesia for a closed treatment of femoral fracture needs a CPT code.
Vaginal culture
The medical code 59400 refers to a specific procedure in the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) system, indicating "Vaginal delivery only." This code is typically used to bill for a straightforward vaginal delivery without any complications. It encompasses the care provided during the labor and delivery process.
CPT code 59510 refers to the global service of obstetric delivery, specifically for a vaginal delivery of a single fetus. This code encompasses the entire process from the onset of labor through delivery and includes both the prenatal and postpartum care associated with the delivery. It is typically used by healthcare providers to bill for the comprehensive care provided during a patient's labor and delivery.
The CPT code for General endotracheal anesthesia is ICD-9-CM. This is a general billing and medical coding code used for insurance reasons.