59430 Care after delivery
Surgery
Also known as: postpartum care, postpartum visit
Postpartum care and follow-up following vaginal or cesarean delivery, including office visits and management of postpartum complications.
Clinical Context
Represents management during postpartum period (first 6 weeks) when used separate from global obstetrical care codes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.22 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.68 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.92 |
| Total RVU | 7.82 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$261.19
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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