Wiki 99144 at the asc

[HBROCKMAN]

A physician is performing pain management procedures in an ASC.
The ASC employs a "trained qualified observer" who is documenting for conscious sedation. Is 99144 a billable service by the physician since he is responsible for overseeing the ASC employee?

Any help would be appreciated!

 

[ASC CODER]

No 99144 is not payable in an ASC

 

[HBROCKMAN]

Can the physician charge for it though on his billing? I understand that the ASC cannot bill for it....