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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 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.
| 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 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
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Denise Chang
$128.69Published rateMary Bekhit
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Emory University
$73.83Published rateTehani Liyanage
$60.00Published rateGeorge Taylor
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 01844 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand Codes
The CPT 01844 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 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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