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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.
Anesthe For Procs On Upper Anterio Abdomi Wall; Not Otherw, Anesthesia For Procedures On Upper Anterior Abdominal Wall; Not Otherw
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Upper Abdomen |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None P3 - A patient with severe systemic disease QX - Qualified nonphysician anesthetist service: With medical direction by a physician |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 00700 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 00700 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 00700 by major payers:
$57.02
$55.72
$56.26
$54.24
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CPT 00700
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Ivan Zeitz
$128.69Published rateIhab Ayad
$99.00Published rateArun Menon
$61.00Published rateCritical Care Medical Management Associates PLLC
$47.00Published rateCarlos Untal
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$32.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 00700 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Upper Abdomen Codes
The CPT 00700 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Upper Abdomen. 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 00700 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 00700-CPT | Low | Anesthe For Procs On Upper Anterio Abdomi Wall; Not Otherw, Anesthesia For Procedures On Upper Anterior Abdominal Wall; Not Otherw |
| 00702-CPT | Low | Anesthesia For Liver Surgery, Anesthesia Services For Liver Surgery. Procedures Can Include Removing A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy) Management Of Bleeding Or Partial Removal Of The Organ. |
| 00730-CPT | Moderate | Anes Upper Posterior Abdominal Wall |
| 00750-CPT | Low | Anesthesia For Hernia Repair, Anesthesia Services For Surgery To Repair A Hernia. Hernias Occur When Organs Or Other Structures Bulge Through Containing Tissue Into Other Areas. Common Types Include Incisional Hernias (Through A Surgical Scar) And Stomach Hernias (Into Upper Abdomen). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 00700. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 00700 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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