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OB-GYN Specialty Overview

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OB-GYN specialties encompass the core domains of obstetrics and gynecology while branching into focused subspecialties that address specific patient needs across a patient’s lifespan. The umbrella includes maternal-fetal medicine for high-risk pregnancies, gynecologic oncology for cancer care in the female reproductive system, reproductive endocrinology and infertility for fertility and hormonal disorders, and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for pelvic floor disorders.

Other integrated areas often linked to OB-GYN practice include urogynecology, pediatric and adolescent gynecology, gynecologic imaging, and minimally invasive surgery. Together, these specialties enable a continuum of care—from preconception and pregnancy to menopause and beyond—within coordinated care frameworks.

Review the following for general information about OB-GYN specialties:

Quick-start guidance

  • Use the OB Worksheet and general chart sections in athenaOne to standardize documentation.
  • Leverage OB encounter information to support scheduling and follow-up sessions.
  • For OB encounters, be mindful of CPT/modifier mappings and payer rules required for OB/GYN codes.

References and further reading

American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG)