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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Anesth Biopsy Of Thyroid, Anesthesia For All Procedures On Esophagus Thyroid Larynx Trachea And Lymphatic System Of Neck Needle Biopsy Of Thyroid
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Neck |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None AA - Anesthesia by anesthesiologist QS - Monitored anesthesia care service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 00322 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 00322 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 00322 by major payers:
$49.22
$54.09
$56.00
$24.79
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CPT 00322
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James Cyriac
$117.22Published ratePatricia De Luna
Golden State Providers A Medical Corporation
$72.00Published rateMaria Gutierrez
$60.00Published rateBarbara Gasior
Hp Anesthesia Inc
$52.00Published rateSlavka Bulleova
Eisenhower Medical Center
$25.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 00322 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Neck Codes
The CPT 00322 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Neck. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 00322 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 00320-CPT | Moderate | Anes All Px Neck Nos 1yr/>, Anesthesia For All Procedures On Esophagus Thyroid Larynx Trachea And Lymphatic System Of Neck; Not Otherwise Specified Age 1 Year Or Older |
| 00322-CPT | Low | Anesth Biopsy Of Thyroid, Anesthesia For All Procedures On Esophagus Thyroid Larynx Trachea And Lymphatic System Of Neck Needle Biopsy Of Thyroid |
| 00326-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Of Throat Or Glands, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure Involving The Esophagus Voice Box Windpipe Lymph Glands Of The Neck Or Thyroid Gland. |
| 00400-CPT | Low | Anesth Skin Ext Per Atrunk, Anesthesia For Procedures On The Integumentary System On The Extremities Anterior Trunk And Perineum Not Otherwise Specified |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 00322. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 00322 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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