In which section of the CPT manual are anesthesia codes found?

Anesthesia codes are specifically located in the Anesthesia section of the CPT manual. This section is dedicated to the various procedures and services related to anesthesia administration, which includes the code assignments for different types of anesthesia and the various factors that can affect anesthesia services, such as the location of the procedure and the patient's physical status.

Including these codes in their own section allows for organized coding that is distinct from other services like surgery, radiology, and pathology. Each of those sections has its own specific focus: surgery codes detail operative procedures, radiology pertains to imaging services, and pathology involves laboratory tests and diagnostic services. Thus, the Anesthesia section is essential for accurately reflecting the specialized nature of anesthesia services within the broader context of medical billing and coding.