81212 Brca1&2 185&5385&6174 vrnt
Also known as: BRCA1/2 Ashkenazi mutation panel, BRCA Jewish founder testing
Targeted mutation analysis of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes to detect specific founder mutations (185delAG, 5385insC, 6174delT) common in Ashkenazi Jewish populations.
In Plain Language
breast cancer gene test; Jewish ancestry cancer screening
Clinical Context
Used as screening test in individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish descent to identify high-risk BRCA mutations with higher prevalence in this population.
RVU Information
CPT 81212 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 81212?
CPT 81212 (Brca1&2 185&5385&6174 vrnt) is a Pathology & Lab code. Targeted mutation analysis of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes to detect specific founder mutations (185delAG, 5385insC, 6174delT) common in Ashkenazi Jewish populations.
Who uses CPT code 81212?
CPT 81212 is used by Oncology, Genetics, Pathology. Used as screening test in individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish descent to identify high-risk BRCA mutations with higher prevalence in this population.
When is CPT 81212 used?
Used as screening test in individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish descent to identify high-risk BRCA mutations with higher prevalence in this population.
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