59830 Treat uterus infection
Also known as: endometritis treatment, postpartum infection treatment
Treatment of postpartum or postabortion uterine infection (endometritis) including antibiotics and potential operative intervention for retained products or abscess.
In Plain Language
treatment of uterine infection after delivery or miscarriage
Clinical Context
Indicates clinical presentation of fever, elevated white blood cell count, and uterine tenderness; treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.43 |
| Total RVU | 6.43 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 6.43, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59830?
CPT 59830 (Treat uterus infection) is a Surgery code. Treatment of postpartum or postabortion uterine infection (endometritis) including antibiotics and potential operative intervention for retained products or abscess.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59830?
The work RVU for CPT 59830 is 6.43. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 59830 used?
Indicates clinical presentation of fever, elevated white blood cell count, and uterine tenderness; treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics.
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