99477 initial day hosp neonate care
Also known as: neonatal day hospital, newborn day program
Initial day hospital (observation/outpatient) care and management of neonate on the day of admission including assessment and any necessary initial interventions.
Clinical Context
Used for initial evaluation and management of neonates in day hospital/observation setting for monitoring, phototherapy, and other non-overnight interventions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.41 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.43 |
| Total RVU | 8.84 |
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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