81186 Cacna1a gen known famil vrnt
Also known as: CACNA1A familial variant testing, CACNA1A targeted analysis
Targeted mutation analysis of the CACNA1A gene to identify known familial variants associated with Spinocerebellar Ataxia type 6.
In Plain Language
ataxia gene test; family mutation detection
Clinical Context
Employed to identify known CACNA1A pathogenic variants in family members of affected individuals for genetic counseling and disease prediction.
RVU Information
CPT 81186 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 81186?
CPT 81186 (Cacna1a gen known famil vrnt) is a Pathology & Lab code. Targeted mutation analysis of the CACNA1A gene to identify known familial variants associated with Spinocerebellar Ataxia type 6.
Who uses CPT code 81186?
CPT 81186 is used by Genetics, Neurology, Pathology. Employed to identify known CACNA1A pathogenic variants in family members of affected individuals for genetic counseling and disease prediction.
When is CPT 81186 used?
Employed to identify known CACNA1A pathogenic variants in family members of affected individuals for genetic counseling and disease prediction.
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