59136 Treat ectopic pregnancy
Also known as: ectopic with organ repair, salpingectomy with repair
Primary abdominal surgical removal of ectopic pregnancy with repair of damaged or resected organ (partial organ removal or reconstruction).
In Plain Language
surgically removing ectopic pregnancy with repair
Clinical Context
Performed when ectopic pregnancy involves damage requiring concurrent repair or reconstruction to preserve organ function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.89 |
| Total RVU | 13.89 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 13.89, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59136?
CPT 59136 (Treat ectopic pregnancy) is a Surgery code. Primary abdominal surgical removal of ectopic pregnancy with repair of damaged or resected organ (partial organ removal or reconstruction).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59136?
The work RVU for CPT 59136 is 13.89. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 59136 used?
Performed when ectopic pregnancy involves damage requiring concurrent repair or reconstruction to preserve organ function.
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