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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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 Anesthesia for Burn Excisions or Debridement Procedures |
| 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 QK - Medical direction of two, three or four concurrent anesthesia procedures |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 01951 |
National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 01951 by major payers:

$57.13

$55.62

$55.86

$18.17
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 01951 vs. Other Anesthesia for Burn Excisions or Debridement Procedures Codes
The CPT 01951 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Burn Excisions or Debridement Procedures. 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 01951 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01932-CPT | Moderate | Anesthesia Radiology Therapy, Anesthesia Services For Therapy And Treatment With Radiologic Procedures Such As Imaging (Mri Barium Nuclear Medicine). These Services Involve The Lymphatic System And Veins Of The Chest Head And Neck. |
| 01951-CPT | Low | Anesth Burn Less 4 Percent, Anesthesia For Second And Third Degree Burn Excision Or Debridement With Or Without Skin Grafting Any Site For Total Body Surface Area Tbsa Treated During Anesthesia And Surgery Less Than 4 Total Body Surface Area |
| 01952-CPT | Low | Anesthesia Service, Anesthesia For Second And Third Degree Burn Excision Or Debridement With Or Without Skin Grafting Any Site For Total Body Surface Area (Tbsa) Treated During Anesthesia And Surgery; Between Four And Nine Percent Of Total Body Surface Area |
| 01953-CPT | Low | Anes 2&3 Burn Ea Add 9 Tbsa, Anesthesia For Second- And Third-Degree Burn Excision Or Debridement With Or Without Skin Grafting Any Site For Total Body Surface Area (Tbsa) Treated During Anesthesia And Surgery Each Additional 9 Total Body Surface Area Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 01951. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 01951 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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