I’m trying to explain to my providers why we may not bill 99201 with anesthesia CPT codes. I have provided the following link from NCCI:

http://www.aana.com/resources2/quali…015_103114.pdf

I’ve explained that it’s bundled into the anesthesia codes, but they are not convinced. They are claiming that they are providing H&Ps for podiatrists who are not medical doctors, so they should be able to bill 99201. In addition, the facilities require this of them.

The link above does state that 99201-99499 can be billed separately with a 59. When would this be acceptable bill? Did I miss something?

All insurance our office has spoken to has stated that this is unbundling. Does anyone have a reference for me to provide them?

I appreciate your help. Thanks!!