Question: If an ASC supplies the drugs used by an anesthesiologist, can it bill for the drugs separately from the code for deep sedation?
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Answer: The correct answer depends on the drug because not all drugs are separately payable when supplied by an ASC facility. You need to know the “ASC payment indicator” for the drug’s code to check whether it is reimburseable.
There are usually three ASC payment indicators associated with drugs. These are: