81162 Brca1&2 gen full seq dup/del
Also known as: BRCA1/2 dup/del analysis, BRCA sequencing
Comprehensive molecular analysis of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes to identify pathogenic duplications and deletions associated with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
In Plain Language
breast cancer gene test; hereditary cancer screening
Clinical Context
Used to identify structural variants in BRCA1/2 in high-risk patients with personal or family history of breast, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer for genetic counseling and surveillance planning.
RVU Information
CPT 81162 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 81162?
CPT 81162 (Brca1&2 gen full seq dup/del) is a Pathology & Lab code. Comprehensive molecular analysis of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes to identify pathogenic duplications and deletions associated with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
Who uses CPT code 81162?
CPT 81162 is used by Oncology, Pathology, Genetics. Used to identify structural variants in BRCA1/2 in high-risk patients with personal or family history of breast, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer for genetic counseling and surveillance planning.
When is CPT 81162 used?
Used to identify structural variants in BRCA1/2 in high-risk patients with personal or family history of breast, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer for genetic counseling and surveillance planning.
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