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3491F Hiv unsure baby of hiv+moms

Other

Also known as: HIV uncertain infant, maternal HIV exposure infant

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) status uncertain in infants of HIV-positive mothers. Performance measure code for HIV status in exposed newborns.

In Plain Language

baby born to HIV-positive mother with unknown status

Clinical Context

Quality measure for documentation of perinatally exposed infants whose HIV status is not yet determined. Guides prophylaxis.

RVU Information

CPT 3491F does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

Documentation should include the clinical indication, service details, and any applicable performance metrics. Coverage may vary by payer — verify acceptance before billing.

Specialties

Infectious DiseasePediatricsObstetrics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 3491F?

CPT 3491F (Hiv unsure baby of hiv+moms) is a Other code. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) status uncertain in infants of HIV-positive mothers. Performance measure code for HIV status in exposed newborns.

Who uses CPT code 3491F?

CPT 3491F is used by Infectious Disease, Pediatrics, Obstetrics. Quality measure for documentation of perinatally exposed infants whose HIV status is not yet determined. Guides prophylaxis.

When is CPT 3491F used?

Quality measure for documentation of perinatally exposed infants whose HIV status is not yet determined. Guides prophylaxis.

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