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59840 Induced abortion dilation and curettage

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: induced abortion D&C, first trimester abortion

Induced abortion via dilation and curettage approach (first trimester procedure) for pregnancy termination.

Clinical Context

Operative approach for induced abortion typically performed in first 12-14 weeks; alternative to medical abortion or dilation and evacuation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.93
Practice Expense RVU3.46
Malpractice RVU0.93
Total RVU7.32

Est. Medicare Payment

$244.49

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Related Codes in induced-abortion

59841Induced abortion dilation & evacwRVU: 5.5159850Induced abortion 1+ njxwRVU: 5.7559851Induced abortion 1+njx dilation and curettagewRVU: 5.7759852Induced abortion 1+njx hystwRVU: 8.02

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