99151 prior authorization | Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
99151, Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing the diagnostic or therapeutic service that the sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monitoring of the patient's level of consciousness and physiological status; initial 15 minutes of intraservice time, patient younger than 5 years of age, is on the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO prior authorization list. Not a coverage or referral decision.
- Code
- 99151
- Description
- Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing the diagnostic or therapeutic service that the sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monitoring of the patient's level of consciousness and physiological status; initial 15 minutes of intraservice time, patient younger than 5 years of age
- Source
- California PPO Prior Authorization List, Pg 141 Original policy
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of California prior authorization