99478 Sbsq ic vlbw inf<1,500 gm
Also known as: VLBW day hospital care, very low birth weight
Subsequent day hospital care of very low birth weight newborn (less than 1,500 grams) per calendar day with continuing assessment and interventions.
Clinical Context
Used for ongoing day hospital management of extremely premature infants weighing less than 1,500 grams requiring observation and frequent monitoring.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 3.47 |
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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