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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 For Arm Procedure, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure That Does Not Involve Breaking The Skin (Such As Resetting A Dislocation) Involving The Arm Elbow Wrist Or Hand.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None AA - Anesthesia by anesthesiologist P1 - A normal healthy patient |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 01820 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 01820 by major payers:
$56.97
$55.69
$55.11
$18.17
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CPT 01820
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Daniel Leung
$128.69Published rateTheodora Wingert
$99.00Published rateMichael Lee
Orion Anesthesia Consultants Inc
$66.00Published rateRegine Goh
Healing The Soul
$55.00Published rateNirmala Thejomurthy
Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
$35.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 01820 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand Codes
The CPT 01820 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand. 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 01820 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01810-CPT | Low | Anesth Lower Arm Surgery, Anesthesia For All Procedures On Nerves Muscles Tendons Fascia And Bursae Of Forearm Wrist And Hand |
| 01820-CPT | Low | Anesthesia For Arm Procedure, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure That Does Not Involve Breaking The Skin (Such As Resetting A Dislocation) Involving The Arm Elbow Wrist Or Hand. |
| 01829-CPT | Low | Anesthesia For Joint Procedure, Anesthesia Services For A Noninvasive Procedure Involving A Joint Such As A Scope-Assisted Exam. Common Exam Sites Include Hip Knee Shoulder Wrist Ankle And Elbow. |
| 01830-CPT | Low | 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. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 01820. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 01820 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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