99463 Same day nb discharge
Also known as: same-day newborn discharge, newborn admit-discharge
Initial and same-day discharge history and physical examination and resuscitation or stabilization services for newborn admission and discharge on the same calendar day.
In Plain Language
doctor's exam and discharge of newborn all on same day
Clinical Context
Used when newborn is admitted to hospital and discharged on same day (e.g., uncomplicated vaginal delivery with mother), with full initial evaluation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.13 |
| Total RVU | 2.13 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
E&M codes require documentation of medical decision-making (MDM) complexity or total time spent on the encounter. For 2026, time-based coding includes all physician time on the date of the encounter.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.13, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Evaluation & Management codes — 1.4x the median (1.54). The highest wRVU in this category is 18.46.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 99463?
CPT 99463 (Same day nb discharge) is a Evaluation & Management code. Initial and same-day discharge history and physical examination and resuscitation or stabilization services for newborn admission and discharge on the same calendar day.
Who uses CPT code 99463?
CPT 99463 is used by Neonatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics. Used when newborn is admitted to hospital and discharged on same day (e.g., uncomplicated vaginal delivery with mother), with full initial evaluation.
When is CPT 99463 used?
Used when newborn is admitted to hospital and discharged on same day (e.g., uncomplicated vaginal delivery with mother), with full initial evaluation.
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