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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 Skin Ext Per Atrunk, Anesthesia For Procedures On The Integumentary System On The Extremities Anterior Trunk And Perineum Not Otherwise Specified
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Thorax (Chest Wall and Shoulder Girdle) |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None AA - Anesthesia by anesthesiologist QX - Qualified nonphysician anesthetist service: With medical direction by a physician |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 00400 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 00400 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 00400 by major payers:
$56.70
$104.02
$54.23
$18.17
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CPT 00400
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Christopher Raio
Good Samaritan Hosptial Medical Center
$100.00Published rateNirav Patel
Mass General Brigham Incorporated
$76.80Published rateMary Stock
Lehigh Valley Physician Group
$60.00Published rateHerbert Lee
Oak Tree Anesthesia Associates LLC
$52.00Published rateJustin Slavin
North Jersey Spine Group, LLC
$16.86Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 00400 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Thorax (Chest Wall and Shoulder Girdle) Codes
The CPT 00400 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Thorax (Chest Wall and Shoulder Girdle). 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 00400 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 00402-CPT | Moderate | Anes Integ Sys Rcnstv Breast, Anesthesia For Procedures On The Integumentary System On The Extremities Anterior Trunk And Perineum; Reconstructive Procedures On Breast (Eg Reduction Or Augmentation Mammoplasty Muscle Flaps) |
| 00404-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For Breast Surgery, Anesthesia Services For Surgery To Remove Abnormal Tissue From A Breast Or To Remove All Or Part Of A Breast. Procedures May Involve The Interior Structure Of A Breast As Well As Nearby Tissues. |
| 00406-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For Breast Surgery, Anesthesia Services For Surgery To Remove Abnormal Tissue From A Breast Or To Remove All Or Part Of A Breast. Procedures May Involve The Interior Structure Of A Breast As Well As Nearby Tissues. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 00400. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 00400 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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