What is the anesthesia code for a needle biopsy of pleura, closed procedure?

The anesthesia code for a needle biopsy of the pleura, which is a closed procedure, is 00522. This code specifically indicates the administration of anesthesia for procedures involving the pleura or thoracic cavity.

When coding for anesthesia, it's important to select the correct code that matches the specific procedure being performed. In this case, a needle biopsy of the pleura falls under a categorized procedure that will require a specific approach to anesthesia, and code 00522 captures that accurately.

Other codes listed may pertain to different types of thoracic surgeries or procedures, hence they are not appropriate for the specific procedure in question. Understanding the classifications of anesthesia codes and their corresponding procedures is crucial in ensuring accurate coding and billing.