81202 Apc gene known fam variants
Also known as: APC familial variant testing, APC targeted analysis
Targeted mutation analysis of the APC gene to identify known familial variants associated with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
In Plain Language
colon cancer gene test; family mutation detection
Clinical Context
Employed to identify known APC pathogenic variants in family members of affected individuals with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
RVU Information
CPT 81202 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 81202?
CPT 81202 (Apc gene known fam variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Targeted mutation analysis of the APC gene to identify known familial variants associated with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
Who uses CPT code 81202?
CPT 81202 is used by Oncology, Gastroenterology, Genetics. Employed to identify known APC pathogenic variants in family members of affected individuals with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
When is CPT 81202 used?
Employed to identify known APC pathogenic variants in family members of affected individuals with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
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