How are anesthesiologists classified? Identify personnel who may serve as an anesthesiologist. Explain benefit coverage for anesthesiology

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An anesthesiologist may be classified as either a hospital staff anesthesiologist (employed by the hospital) or an independent anesthesiologist (self-employed or not employed by the hospital). Charges made by a hospital for the services of a staff anesthesiologist are usually covered as a hospital ancillary expense.
Charges by an outside anesthesiologist vary according to plan provision, but are usually covered under either a separate Basic anesthesia benefit or under a Major Medical benefit.
Anesthesia may be administered by any of the following individuals:
Medical doctor (MD)
Anesthesiologist (Anes.)
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Anesthetic Assistant (AA)