59898 Unlstd laps procedures mat care & dlvr
Also known as: unlisted laparoscopic maternal procedure
Unlisted laparoscopic procedure for maternal care and delivery, used for minimally invasive procedures not specified by defined codes.
Clinical Context
Code for novel or unique laparoscopic approaches in obstetrics; requires detailed operative report.
RVU Information
CPT 59898 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 59898?
CPT 59898 (Unlstd laps procedures mat care & dlvr) is a Surgery code. Unlisted laparoscopic procedure for maternal care and delivery, used for minimally invasive procedures not specified by defined codes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 59898?
The work RVU for CPT 59898 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Surgery.
When is CPT 59898 used?
Code for novel or unique laparoscopic approaches in obstetrics; requires detailed operative report.
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