99152 prior authorization | Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia

99152, 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 age 5 years or older, is on the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia prior authorization list. Not a coverage or referral decision.

Code

99152

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 age 5 years or older

Source

Standard Local Prior Authorization Code List, Pg 64 Original policy

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia prior authorization