99465 Nb resuscitation
Also known as: newborn resuscitation, neonatal resuscitation, newborn code
Newborn resuscitation and stabilization services, including airway management, cardiac monitoring, and administration of resuscitation medications.
In Plain Language
emergency revival and stabilization of newborn after birth
Clinical Context
Used when newborn requires acute resuscitation at delivery due to cardiopulmonary depression, requiring skilled management and medications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
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 2.93, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Evaluation & Management codes — 1.9x the median (1.54). The highest wRVU in this category is 18.46.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 99465?
CPT 99465 (Nb resuscitation) is a Evaluation & Management code. Newborn resuscitation and stabilization services, including airway management, cardiac monitoring, and administration of resuscitation medications.
Who uses CPT code 99465?
CPT 99465 is used by Neonatology, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine. Used when newborn requires acute resuscitation at delivery due to cardiopulmonary depression, requiring skilled management and medications.
When is CPT 99465 used?
Used when newborn requires acute resuscitation at delivery due to cardiopulmonary depression, requiring skilled management and medications.
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