Anesthesia

Is my test, item, or service covered?

Anesthesia

Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance)

covers anesthesia services provided by a hospital if you’re an inpatient.

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)

covers anesthesia services provided by a hospital if you’re an outpatient or by a freestanding

Ambulatory surgical center

if you’re a patient.

How often is it covered?

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay 20% of the

Medicare-approved amount

for the anesthesia services provided by a doctor or certified registered nurse anesthetist. The Part B

Deductible [glossary]

applies. The anesthesia service must be associated with the underlying medical or surgical service. You may have to pay an additional

Copayment

to the facility.

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