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Last Verified: October 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.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Lower Leg (Below Knee) |
| 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 01490 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 01490 by major payers:
$57.17
$55.62
$56.07
$18.17
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CPT 01490
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Richard Applegate
Faculty Physicians And Surgeons Of Llusm
$135.50Published rateZachary Gordon
Anesthesia Service Medical Group, Inc.
$84.66Published rateAmy Lu
$67.09Published rateMatthew Novak
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Medical Group Inc
$52.50Published rateWilliam Longton
Bay Area Surgical Specialists, Inc.
$25.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 01490 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Lower Leg (Below Knee) Codes
The CPT 01490 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Lower Leg (Below Knee). 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 01490 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01482-CPT | Low | Anesthesia Leg Foot Surgery, Anesthesia Services For Surgery Involving The Bones Of The Leg Ankle Or Foot. Examples Of These Surgeries Include Reconstruction Amputation And Joint Replacement. |
| 01484-CPT | Low | Anesthesia Leg Foot Surgery, Anesthesia Services For Surgery Involving The Bones Of The Leg Ankle Or Foot. Examples Of These Surgeries Include Reconstruction Amputation And Joint Replacement. |
| 01486-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Leg Foot Surgery, Anesthesia Services For Surgery Involving The Bones Of The Leg Ankle Or Foot. Examples Of These Surgeries Include Reconstruction Amputation And Joint Replacement. |
| 01490-CPT | Low | Anes Low Leg Cast Apply Repair Remove |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 01490. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 01490 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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