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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.
Anesthesia Arm Blood Vessel, Anesthesia Services For Procedures Involving The Blood Vessels Of The Upper Arm And Elbow. Examples Of These Procedures Include Removal Of Blood Clots And Repair Of Blood Vessels.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Upper Arm and Elbow |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None QX - Qualified nonphysician anesthetist service: With medical direction by a physician AA - Anesthesia by anesthesiologist |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 01770 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 01770 by major payers:
$57.98
$55.74
$56.97
$54.58
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CPT 01770
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Kate Kronish
$128.69Published rateAmelie Delaporte
$99.00Published rateChristina Han
Regents Of The University Of California At Irvine
$69.00Published rateRobert Smith
Premiercare Anesthesia Fountain Valley Inc
$50.00Published rateStanley Chou
Pacific Comprehensive Pain Management Inc
$30.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 01770 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Upper Arm and Elbow Codes
The CPT 01770 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Upper Arm and Elbow. 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 01770 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01756-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For Joint Surgery, Anesthesia Services For A Surgery Involving A Joint Such As A Scope-Assisted Exam Repair Of A Broken Bone Or Removal Of A Bone. Joint Surgery May Involve The Hip Knee Shoulder Elbow Wrist Or Neck. |
| 01758-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For Joint Surgery, Anesthesia Services For A Surgery Involving A Joint Such As A Scope-Assisted Exam Repair Of A Broken Bone Or Removal Of A Bone. Joint Surgery May Involve The Hip Knee Shoulder Elbow Wrist Or Neck. |
| 01760-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For Joint Repair, Anesthesia Services For Surgery To Repair Replace Or Revise A Previous Repair Of A Joint. Common Surgeries Of This Type Involve A Hip Knee Shoulder Elbow Or Wrist. |
| 01770-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Arm Blood Vessel, Anesthesia Services For Procedures Involving The Blood Vessels Of The Upper Arm And Elbow. Examples Of These Procedures Include Removal Of Blood Clots And Repair Of Blood Vessels. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 01770. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 01770 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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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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