The payment
Medicare pays anesthesia using base units, time units and a conversion factor. See the formula explained.
Who gets what
If you work without medical direction, the claim uses QZ and you can be paid the full fee. If an anesthesiologist medically directs you, you bill with QX and Medicare generally splits the fee with the anesthesiologist.
Medicare pays 80 percent
Under Part B, Medicare usually pays 80 percent of the allowed amount after the deductible. The patient or their secondary insurance owes the rest.
You have to be enrolled
You and your group need Medicare enrollment, and you'll usually reassign your benefits to the group so payments go there. See reassignment explained.
This article is general information, not billing, legal or tax advice. Payer rules change; always check current guidance.