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96902 Mcrscp xm hair pluck/clipped

Medicine

Also known as: Hair pluck, Hair pull test, Hair microscopy

Microscopic examination and removal of hair specimens by plucking or clipping for diagnostic evaluation. Used for hair shaft analysis and follicle assessment.

In Plain Language

Examining pulled-out hair under microscope; Hair analysis test

Clinical Context

Used to diagnose alopecia, telogen effluvium, and other hair disorders. Microscopic evaluation helps determine hair cycle phase and pathology.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.40
Total RVU0.40

Est. Medicare Payment

$13.36

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Billing & Documentation

Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.

How This Code Compares

With a work RVU of 0.40, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.9x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.

Specialties

Dermatology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 96902?

CPT 96902 (Mcrscp xm hair pluck/clipped) is a Medicine code. Microscopic examination and removal of hair specimens by plucking or clipping for diagnostic evaluation. Used for hair shaft analysis and follicle assessment.

Who uses CPT code 96902?

CPT 96902 is used by Dermatology. Used to diagnose alopecia, telogen effluvium, and other hair disorders. Microscopic evaluation helps determine hair cycle phase and pathology.

When is CPT 96902 used?

Used to diagnose alopecia, telogen effluvium, and other hair disorders. Microscopic evaluation helps determine hair cycle phase and pathology.

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