81188 Cstb gene detc abnor allele
Also known as: CSTB repeat analysis, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy 1 testing
Molecular analysis of the CSTB gene to detect abnormal dodecamer repeat expansions (CCCCGCCCCGC) associated with Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy type 1.
In Plain Language
epilepsy gene test; myoclonic seizure genetic screening
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy type 1 (Unverricht-Lundborg disease) in patients with progressive myoclonus and seizures.
RVU Information
CPT 81188 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 81188?
CPT 81188 (Cstb gene detc abnor allele) is a Pathology & Lab code. Molecular analysis of the CSTB gene to detect abnormal dodecamer repeat expansions (CCCCGCCCCGC) associated with Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy type 1.
Who uses CPT code 81188?
CPT 81188 is used by Genetics, Neurology, Pathology. Used to diagnose Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy type 1 (Unverricht-Lundborg disease) in patients with progressive myoclonus and seizures.
When is CPT 81188 used?
Used to diagnose Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy type 1 (Unverricht-Lundborg disease) in patients with progressive myoclonus and seizures.
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