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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Spine and Spinal Cord |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None QZ - CRNA service; without medical direction by a physician AA - Anesthesia by anesthesiologist |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 00632 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 00632 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 00632 by major payers:

$55.40

$54.09

$57.08

$55.40
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G2 Anesthesia, PC
City Of Hope Medical Foundation
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 00632 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Spine and Spinal Cord Codes
The CPT 00632 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Spine and Spinal Cord. 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 00632 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 00600-CPT | Moderate | Anesthe For Procs On Cervcal Spine & Cord; Not Otherwise Sp, Anesthesia For Procedures On Cervical Spine And Cord; Not Otherwise Sp |
| 00604-CPT | Moderate | Anes Px Crv Spn&Cord Sitting, Anesthesia For Procedures On Cervical Spine And Cord; Procedures With Patient In The Sitting Position |
| 00626-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For The Middle Back, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure On The Middle Back. These Procedures Include Spinal Nerve Surgery And May Require Mechanical Breathing Assistance. |
| 00632-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Low Back Procedure, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure On The Lower Back Such As A Lumbar Puncture Herniated Disk Surgery Or Spinal Nerve Surgery. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 00632. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 00632 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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