CPT 59840
Induced abortion d & c
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 59840 at a glance
- Code
- 59840
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Induced abortion d&c
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $1,738.07 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 59840?
CPT 59840 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for induced abortion d & c. Its official short descriptor is "Induced abortion d&c". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 59840 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 59840 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 59840 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 59840?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 59840 is $1,738.07 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.