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Attendance at Delivery

Published on Fri Dec 28, 2012

Question: How many base units can we charge for CPT Code 99436?

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Answer: The relative value unit (RVU) for 99436 (attendance at delivery [when requested by delivering physician] and initial stabilization of newborn) is 2.62. This equates to a $95.43 value paid at 100 percent Medicare and not geographically corrected. If newborn resuscitation is done, you should code 99440 (newborn resuscitation). You cannot bill both 99440 and 99436.
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