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59510 Cesarean delivery

Surgery

Also known as: primary cesarean with global care, cesarean global package, cesarean delivery, c-section, primary cesarean

Cesarean delivery with comprehensive obstetrical care package including antepartum, intrapartum cesarean, and postpartum management.

Clinical Context

Bundled payment for cesarean delivery as primary method with full pregnancy management from initial visit through postpartum.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU41.05
Practice Expense RVU20.00
Malpractice RVU13.00
Total RVU74.05

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,473.27

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.