59074 Fetal fluid drainage with ultrasound
Also known as: fetal fluid drainage, fetal fluid aspiration, drainage of fetal effusion
Drainage of excess fetal fluid or fluid from fetal cavities (thoracic, abdominal, or pericardial) under ultrasound guidance for fetal intervention.
Clinical Context
Performed for fetal hydrops, pleural effusion, or pericardial effusion causing hemodynamic compromise or fetal distress.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.11 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.89 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.63 |
| Total RVU | 11.63 |
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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