59430 Care after delivery
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.
In Plain Language
follow-up care after delivery
Clinical Context
Represents management during postpartum period (first 6 weeks) when used separate from global obstetrical care codes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.22 |
| Total RVU | 3.22 |
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 3.22, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59430?
CPT 59430 (Care after delivery) is a Surgery code. Postpartum care and follow-up following vaginal or cesarean delivery, including office visits and management of postpartum complications.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59430?
The work RVU for CPT 59430 is 3.22. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology.
When is CPT 59430 used?
Represents management during postpartum period (first 6 weeks) when used separate from global obstetrical care codes.
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