Summary & Overview
CPT 01932: Anesthesia for Interventional Radiology Procedures (Venous/Lymphatic)
CPT code 01932 represents anesthesia for therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving the venous or lymphatic system, excluding central circulation access. This code is significant for hospitals and anesthesia providers as it addresses a specialized service often required for complex radiological interventions. Nationally, the code is recognized by major commercial payers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, and UnitedHealthcare, ensuring broad coverage for patients receiving these procedures in outpatient hospital settings.
The publication provides a comprehensive overview of 01932, including payer coverage, clinical context, and policy updates relevant to anesthesia billing. Readers will gain insights into typical sites of service, common clinical scenarios, and associated coding practices. The analysis also highlights related CPT codes and modifiers, offering clarity on how 01932 fits within the broader landscape of anesthesia services for interventional radiology. This summary is designed to inform healthcare professionals, billing specialists, and policy analysts about the key aspects of this code, supporting accurate reporting and understanding of its clinical and administrative significance.
CPT Code Overview
CPT code 01932 is used to report anesthesia services for therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving the venous or lymphatic system, specifically excluding access to the central circulation. This code applies to procedures performed in an outpatient hospital setting, designated as Place of Service 22. The service is critical for patients undergoing complex radiological interventions that require specialized anesthesia care to ensure safety and comfort during the procedure.
Clinical & Coding Specifications
Clinical Context
A patient presents to an outpatient hospital setting with a disorder affecting the venous or lymphatic system within the thoracic or jugular region, such as Eustachian tube dysfunction or otitis media. The patient is scheduled for a therapeutic interventional radiological procedure targeting these areas, which may involve image-guided interventions to address vascular or lymphatic abnormalities. An anesthesiologist or CRNA provides anesthesia services to ensure patient comfort and safety during the procedure, which does not involve access to the central circulation. The clinical workflow includes pre-procedure assessment, administration of anesthesia, monitoring throughout the intervention, and post-procedure recovery.
Coding Specifications
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Modifiers:
Modifier Code Description QSMonitored anesthesia care service QXCRNA service with medical direction by a physician QSis used when the anesthesia service is provided as monitored anesthesia care.QXis used when a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides the service under physician medical direction.
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Provider Taxonomies:
Taxonomy Code Specialty Name 207L00000XAnesthesiology 207LA0401XPediatric Anesthesiology 207LC0200XCritical Care Medicine (Anesthesiology) - These taxonomies represent providers specializing in anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, and critical care medicine within anesthesiology.
Related Diagnoses
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H65.90- Unspecified non-suppurative otitis media, unspecified ear- Relevant for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures due to chronic or acute middle ear inflammation.
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H66.90- Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear- Indicates a general middle ear infection, which may necessitate therapeutic intervention.
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H72.90- Perforation of tympanic membrane, unspecified ear- May require radiological intervention to address complications or facilitate healing.
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H68.109- Eustachian salpingitis, unspecified ear- Inflammation of the Eustachian tube, potentially treated with interventional radiology.
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H69.90- Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear- Covers a range of Eustachian tube dysfunctions that may be managed with targeted procedures.
Related CPT Codes
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01930- ANES VENOUS/LYMPHATIC NOS THER IVNTL RAD NOS- Used for anesthesia services during therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving venous or lymphatic systems not otherwise specified. May be an alternative to
01932depending on the anatomical site.
- Used for anesthesia services during therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving venous or lymphatic systems not otherwise specified. May be an alternative to
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01931- ANESTHESIA INTRAHEPATIC/PORTAL THER IVNTL RAD- Applies to anesthesia for interventional radiology procedures targeting intrahepatic or portal venous systems. Used when the procedure involves these specific regions.
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01933- ANES INTRACRANIAL THER IVNTL RAD VENS/LYMPHTC- Used for anesthesia during intracranial therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving venous or lymphatic systems. May be used in cases where the intervention is within the cranial cavity.
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These codes are related by their focus on anesthesia for interventional radiology procedures in different anatomical regions. They are alternatives to
01932based on the site of intervention and are not typically used together in a single encounter.
Coding Specifications
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Modifiers:
Modifier Code Description QSMonitored anesthesia care service QXCRNA service with medical direction by a physician QSis used when the anesthesia service is provided as monitored anesthesia care.QXis used when a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides the service under physician medical direction.
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Provider Taxonomies:
Taxonomy Code Specialty Name 207L00000XAnesthesiology 207LA0401XPediatric Anesthesiology 207LC0200XCritical Care Medicine (Anesthesiology) - These taxonomies represent providers specializing in anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, and critical care medicine within anesthesiology.
Related Diagnoses
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H65.90- Unspecified non-suppurative otitis media, unspecified ear- Relevant for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures due to chronic or acute middle ear inflammation.
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H66.90- Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear- Indicates a general middle ear infection, which may necessitate therapeutic intervention.
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H72.90- Perforation of tympanic membrane, unspecified ear- May require radiological intervention to address complications or facilitate healing.
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H68.109- Eustachian salpingitis, unspecified ear- Inflammation of the Eustachian tube, potentially treated with interventional radiology.
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H69.90- Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear- Covers a range of Eustachian tube dysfunctions that may be managed with targeted procedures.
Related CPT Codes
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01930- ANES VENOUS/LYMPHATIC NOS THER IVNTL RAD NOS- Used for anesthesia services during therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving venous or lymphatic systems not otherwise specified. May be an alternative to
01932depending on the anatomical site.
- Used for anesthesia services during therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving venous or lymphatic systems not otherwise specified. May be an alternative to
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01931- ANESTHESIA INTRAHEPATIC/PORTAL THER IVNTL RAD- Applies to anesthesia for interventional radiology procedures targeting intrahepatic or portal venous systems. Used when the procedure involves these specific regions.
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01933- ANES INTRACRANIAL THER IVNTL RAD VENS/LYMPHTC- Used for anesthesia during intracranial therapeutic interventional radiological procedures involving venous or lymphatic systems. May be used in cases where the intervention is within the cranial cavity.
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These codes are related by their focus on anesthesia for interventional radiology procedures in different anatomical regions. They are alternatives to
01932based on the site of intervention and are not typically used together in a single encounter.
National Reimbursement Benchmarks
For CPT code 01932, national mean rates among commercial payers show significant variation. The BUCA (average commercial) mean rate is $171.15, while individual commercial payers range from $65.63 for UnitedHealth Group to $398.53 for Cigna. Medicare data is not available in the input for comparison.
Rate dispersion, measured by the difference between the 75th and 25th percentiles, is widest for Cigna ($517.17) and Aetna ($392.00), indicating substantial variability in contracted rates. UnitedHealth Group exhibits the tightest range ($25.25), suggesting more consistent reimbursement levels. Blue Cross Blue Shield and BUCA also show moderate dispersion, with ranges of $219.70 and $227.97, respectively.
The table and chart below present the full breakdown of national benchmarks for CPT code 01932 across major commercial payers.
State Benchmarks
State: AK1 / 50
Alaska Benchmarks
Alaska displays a significant spread in reimbursement rates for CPT code 01932 across commercial payers. Blue Cross Blue Shield shows the widest rate spread, with a 75th percentile of $625.33 and a 25th percentile of $372.00, resulting in a $253.33 difference. BUCA also demonstrates a substantial spread of $274.98 between its 75th and 25th percentiles. In contrast, Aetna and UnitedHealth Group have minimal rate variation, with all percentiles clustered closely around $72.00–$75.00, indicating little negotiation or variation in rates for these payers.
Compared to national averages, Alaska's mean rates for Blue Cross Blue Shield and BUCA are considerably higher, while Cigna and UnitedHealth Group are closer to national benchmarks. The table and chart below present the full breakdown of payer-specific reimbursement rates for CPT code 01932 in Alaska.
Key Insights for Alaska
- Blue Cross Blue Shield is the highest paying payer for CPT 01932 in Alaska, with a mean rate of $481.74.
- UnitedHealth Group offers the lowest mean rate at $74.78.
- Alaska's mean rates for most payers are notably higher than national averages, especially for Blue Cross Blue Shield and BUCA.
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