Baby Jane was delivered and needed chest compressions for resuscitation by the neonatologist in the delivery room because the baby's cardiac output was insufficient. What is the appropriate code to assign for this service?

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99465 is the correct code for attendance at delivery with the provision of initial stabilization of the newborn, which includes procedures like chest compressions.

Baby Jane Was Delivered and Needed Chest Compressions for Resuscitation