"An OR for this purpose is defined as a place of service specifically equipped and staffed for the sole purpose of performing procedures. The term includes a cardiac catheterization suite, a laser suite, and an endoscopy suite. It does not include a patientÂ’s room, a minor treatment room, a recovery room, or an intensive care unit (unless the patientÂ’s condition was so critical there would be insufficient time for transportation to an OR);"

This is per Medicare Claims Processing Manual, Chapter 12, pg. 57

new.cms.hhs.gov/manuals/d...104c12.pdf

:) Erica