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59400 Obstetrical care

Surgery

Also known as: global obstetrical care, complete obstetric care, global OB care, obstetric care vaginal delivery, global OB vaginal, routine vaginal delivery

Comprehensive obstetrical care package including antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care for vaginal or cesarean delivery.

Clinical Context

Represents bundled payment for full pregnancy management including initial office visit, antepartum visits, delivery, and postpartum follow-up.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU37.00
Practice Expense RVU18.76
Malpractice RVU10.54
Total RVU66.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,214.42

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.