59821 Treatment of miscarriage
Also known as: D&E for miscarriage, curettage for spontaneous abortion
Surgical treatment of spontaneous abortion including dilation, evacuation, and curettage for management of incomplete abortion with retained products.
Clinical Context
Operative approach for incomplete spontaneous abortion with hemorrhage or infection risk; provides definitive removal of retained tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.96 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.25 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.59 |
| Total RVU | 12.80 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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