Transcription of Anesthesia Services for Interventional Pain Management ...
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Page 1 of 22 Medical Coverage Policy: 0551 Medical Coverage Policy Effective Date .. 2/15/2021 Next Review Date .. 2/15/2022 Coverage Policy Number .. 0551 Anesthesia Services for Interventional pain Management Procedures in an Adult Table of Contents Overview .. 1 Coverage Policy .. 2 General Background .. 3 Medicare Coverage Determinations .. 5 Coding/Billing Information .. 5 References .. 21 Related Coverage Resources INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE The following Coverage Policy applies to health benefit plans administered by Cigna Companies. Certain Cigna Companies and/or lines of business only provide utilization review Services to clients and do not make coverage determinations. References to standard benefit plan language and coverage determinations do not apply to those clients. Coverage Policies are intended to provide guidance in interpreting certain standard benefit plans administered by Cigna Companies.
Deep sedation/analgesia is defined by the ASA as a drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients cannot be easily aroused but respond purposefully following repeated or painful stimulation. The ability to independently maintain ventilatory function may be impaired. Patients may require assistance in maintaining a
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