59050 Fetal monitor with report
Also known as: fetal monitoring, cardiotocography, electronic fetal monitoring
Fetal monitoring with clinical interpretation and report, including continuous electronic fetal heart rate monitoring and generation of clinical assessment.
In Plain Language
monitoring baby's heartbeat during labor
Clinical Context
Standard of care during labor; assessment of baseline rate, variability, and presence/absence of decelerations guides clinical management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.87 |
| Total RVU | 0.87 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.87, this code ranks in the 3rd percentile among Surgery codes — 9.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59050?
CPT 59050 (Fetal monitor with report) is a Surgery code. Fetal monitoring with clinical interpretation and report, including continuous electronic fetal heart rate monitoring and generation of clinical assessment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59050?
The work RVU for CPT 59050 is 0.87. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When is CPT 59050 used?
Standard of care during labor; assessment of baseline rate, variability, and presence/absence of decelerations guides clinical management.
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