59020 Fetal contract stress test
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: contraction stress test, stress test, CST
Fetal contraction stress test involves observation of fetal heart rate response to spontaneous or induced uterine contractions for assessment of fetal well-being.
Clinical Context
Used to assess fetal reserve and placental function in high-risk pregnancies; reactive response indicates fetal well-being.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.64 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.19 |
| Total RVU | 2.18 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$72.81
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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