CPT Code 59400: Routine Obstetric Care Including Antepartum Care, Vaginal Delivery

CPT Code 59400: Routine Obstetric Care Including Antepartum Care, Vaginal Delivery

CPT code 59400 covers routine obstetric care including antepartum visits, vaginal delivery with or without forceps, and postpartum follow-up care.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. CPT 59400 does not include diagnostic procedures like ultrasounds or glucose tolerance tests.

Use 59425 or 59426 for partial antepartum care. Delivery and postpartum services should be billed separately.

No, it is an episode-based global code covering all services in a typical pregnancy.

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