59414 Deliver placenta
Also known as: placental delivery, third stage management
Delivery of the placenta and membranes following delivery of the fetus, including management of the third stage of labor.
In Plain Language
delivering the placenta after the baby
Clinical Context
Represents management of placental delivery with potential intervention (uterotonic agents, manual removal) for retained placenta.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.61 |
| Total RVU | 1.61 |
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 1.61, this code ranks in the 10th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59414?
CPT 59414 (Deliver placenta) is a Surgery code. Delivery of the placenta and membranes following delivery of the fetus, including management of the third stage of labor.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59414?
The work RVU for CPT 59414 is 1.61. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When is CPT 59414 used?
Represents management of placental delivery with potential intervention (uterotonic agents, manual removal) for retained placenta.
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