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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Remove Stitches From Cervix, Removal Of Stitches Used To Keep The Cervix Closed. The Procedure Is Done Under General Anesthesia.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures for Maternity Care and Delivery |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 51 - Multiple procedures 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 59871 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 59871 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 59871 by major payers:
$170.76
$182.03
$178.32
$213.76
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CPT 59871
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St. Clair Memorial Hospital
St Clair Health Corporation
$9,204.05Published rateSurgery Center Of Pembroke Pines, LLC
Surgery Center Of Pembroke
$3,500.00Published rateLakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center LLP
$2,035.00Published rateNaperville Fertility Center, Inc.
$1,740.00Published rateColumbia Surgical Institute, LLC
Columbia Surgical Institute LLC
$1,379.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 59871 vs. Other Surgical Procedures for Maternity Care and Delivery Codes
The CPT 59871 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures for Maternity Care and Delivery. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 59871 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 59866-CPT | Moderate | Remove Embryo From Uterus, Selective Removal Of Developing Embryos From A Multiple Pregnancy. This Procedure Usually Is Related To In Vitro Fertilization Or Artificial Insemination. |
| 59870-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Uterine Contents, This Surgery Removes The Uterine Contents When A Pregnancy Fails And Forms A Cluster Of Cells Called A Hydatidiform Mole. |
| 59871-CPT | Low | Remove Stitches From Cervix, Removal Of Stitches Used To Keep The Cervix Closed. The Procedure Is Done Under General Anesthesia. |
| 59897-CPT | High | Surgery On A Fetus, Surgery Performed On A Fetus With The Aid Of Ultrasound (Sound Waves Used To See Inside The Body). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 59871. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 59871 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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