CPT 01844 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Anesthesia for Procedures on the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand Anesthesia |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None QS - Monitored anesthesia care service QZ - CRNA service; without medical direction by a physician |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 01844 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 01844 by major payers:
$57.63
$55.78
$56.48
$54.58
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 01844 | $49.00 | 1609404557 - SARAH VITUG | 330587303 - (CA) RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CLINIC, INC. | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $121.22 | 1386673200 - HARVEY ROSENBAUM | 954395492 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $121.22 | 1295091635 - AVIVA REGEV | 954377219 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $50.00 | 1881713022 - STEPHANIE DEVANEY | 910568304 - (WA) GRAYS HARBOR COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $58.00 | 1992067458 - DAVID VAHEDI | 464316329 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $81.44 | 1437319282 - RASHMI VANDSE | 330672915 - FACULTY PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS OF LLUSM | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $61.00 | 1720109176 - ZHONGHUI GUAN | 943281657 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $117.22 | 1497289938 - BENJAMIN KUO | 952226406 - REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT IRVINE | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $60.00 | 1790943025 - TEHANI LIYANAGE | 680334324 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $78.00 | 1306882493 - WILLIAM LO | 364573347 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $38.00 | 1811380587 - GEORGE TAYLOR | 825287012 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $75.00 | 1457388225 - KEVIN SMITH | 330900750 | CA | Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (207LP2900X) |
United | 01844 | $80.00 | 1619220456 - ALBERT TRUONG | 871221902 - (CA) EL CAMINO ANESTHESIA | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $70.00 | 1629099395 - GLYN WILLIAMS | 260089066 | CA | Anesthesiology Physician (207L00000X) |
United | 01844 | $73.83 | 1669835237 - ELIZABETH FEENSTRA | 582030692 - EMORY UNIVERSITY | CA | Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (207LP2900X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 01844 vs. Other Anesthesia Codes
The CPT 01844 code is part of the Anesthesia for Procedures on the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand services used for Anesthesia. 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 01844 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01840-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Arm Blood Vessel, Anesthesia Services For Procedures Involving The Blood Vessels Of The Lower Arm Wrist And Hand. Examples Of These Procedures Include Removal Of Blood Clots And Repair Of Blood Vessels. |
| 01842-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Arm Blood Vessel, Anesthesia Services For Procedures Involving The Blood Vessels Of The Lower Arm Wrist And Hand. Examples Of These Procedures Include Removal Of Blood Clots And Repair Of Blood Vessels. |
| 01844-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia For Access Device, Anesthesia Services For Insertion Of A Device Under The Surface Of The Skin. Examples Of Devices Include Ivs Drainage Tubes And Catheters (Small Tubes) To Provide Access To A Blood Vessel. |
| 01850-CPT | Low | Anesthesia Arm Blood Vessel, Anesthesia Services For Procedures Involving The Blood Vessels Of The Lower Arm Wrist And Hand. 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 01844. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 01844 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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