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Developed by the authorities in anesthesia, the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the Relative Value Guide is an essential tool for all anesthesia practices. The RVG contains the most up-to-date CPT codes and full descriptors for anesthesia services, including the ASA's anesthesia base unit values. This edition includes information on non-anesthesia procedures often performed by anesthesiologists including pain management services, invasive monitoring and transesophageal echocardiography procedures. Note: The American Society of Anesthesiologists requires a distribution license for use of the ASA Relative Value Guide in any product intended for distribution in the U.S. or abroad. Please direct all inquiries to the ASA Associate General Counsel at (202) 289-2222.