99468 Neonate critical care initial
Also known as: neonatal critical care, NICU admission, neonatal ICU care
Initial critical care evaluation and management of acutely ill or injured neonate (birth to 28 days) requiring intensive monitoring and high-acuity intervention.
Clinical Context
Used for initial comprehensive critical care of neonates with serious conditions (prematurity, sepsis, respiratory distress, congenital anomalies) in intensive care unit.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.46 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.71 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.14 |
| Total RVU | 23.31 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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