59070 Transabdom amnioinfus with ultrasound
Also known as: amniotic fluid infusion, amnioinfusion, fluid instillation
Transabdominal amniotic fluid infusion (instillation of fluid into amniotic sac) under ultrasound guidance for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes.
In Plain Language
adding fluid to support pregnancy
Clinical Context
Used therapeutically during labor for oligohydramnios-related complications or diagnostically for fetal imaging enhancement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.11 |
| Total RVU | 5.11 |
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. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.11, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59070?
CPT 59070 (Transabdom amnioinfus with ultrasound) is a Surgery code. Transabdominal amniotic fluid infusion (instillation of fluid into amniotic sac) under ultrasound guidance for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59070?
The work RVU for CPT 59070 is 5.11. This code is primarily used by Maternal Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When is CPT 59070 used?
Used therapeutically during labor for oligohydramnios-related complications or diagnostically for fetal imaging enhancement.
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