59870 Evacuate mole of uterus
Also known as: molar pregnancy evacuation, hydatidiform mole removal, mole evacuation
Evacuation of hydatidiform mole from the uterus via dilation and curettage or suction evacuation.
In Plain Language
removal of abnormal pregnancy tissue
Clinical Context
Treatment of hydatidiform mole (gestational trophoblastic disease); requires careful evacuation and follow-up for malignant transformation risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.41 |
| Total RVU | 6.41 |
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 6.41, 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 59870?
CPT 59870 (Evacuate mole of uterus) is a Surgery code. Evacuation of hydatidiform mole from the uterus via dilation and curettage or suction evacuation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59870?
The work RVU for CPT 59870 is 6.41. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 59870 used?
Treatment of hydatidiform mole (gestational trophoblastic disease); requires careful evacuation and follow-up for malignant transformation risk.
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