81121 Idh2 common variants
Also known as: IDH2 testing, isocitrate dehydrogenase 2
Molecular analysis to identify common pathogenic variants in the Isocitrate Dehydrogenase 2 (IDH2) gene, frequently mutated in acute myeloid leukemia.
In Plain Language
leukemia mutation test; blood cancer gene analysis
Clinical Context
Employed to detect IDH2 mutations in acute myeloid leukemia and other hematologic malignancies to guide treatment selection and predict response to targeted therapies.
RVU Information
CPT 81121 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Lab and pathology codes require an order from the treating provider with clinical indication. For molecular pathology and genetic testing, document the specific analytes tested and clinical rationale.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 81121?
CPT 81121 (Idh2 common variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Molecular analysis to identify common pathogenic variants in the Isocitrate Dehydrogenase 2 (IDH2) gene, frequently mutated in acute myeloid leukemia.
Who uses CPT code 81121?
CPT 81121 is used by Oncology, Pathology, Hematology. Employed to detect IDH2 mutations in acute myeloid leukemia and other hematologic malignancies to guide treatment selection and predict response to targeted therapies.
When is CPT 81121 used?
Employed to detect IDH2 mutations in acute myeloid leukemia and other hematologic malignancies to guide treatment selection and predict response to targeted therapies.
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