Final answer:
The CPT definition of a surgical package includes the surgical procedure(s), local anesthesia, and typical postoperative follow-up care. It does not include preoperative tests, yearly follow-up visits, or follow-up surgery.
Step-by-step explanation:
The CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) definition of a surgical package typically includes a range of service by the surgeon. This would cover the surgical procedure itself, any local anesthesia that is used during the procedure such as local infiltration, metacarpal/metatarsal/digital block, or topical anesthesia, and it also includes typical postoperative follow-up care. These elements are considered to be part of the comprehensive service provided and are not billed separately. Preoperative tests, yearly follow-up visits, and follow-up surgery are not included in the standard surgical package and are typically billed separately. Detailed discussions among the medical team, including the surgeon, nurse, and anesthesia professional, regarding recovery and care of the patient, focus on the specifics of postoperative care that is part of the surgical package.