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81219 Calr gene com variants

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: CALR common variant testing, CALR mutation panel

Molecular analysis of the CALR gene to identify common mutations (insertions and deletions) associated with essential thrombocythemia and primary myelofibrosis.

In Plain Language

blood clot disorder gene test; myeloproliferative disease screening

Clinical Context

Used to identify CALR mutations in myeloproliferative neoplasms for diagnosis and prognosis determination in patients with thrombocytosis.

RVU Information

CPT 81219 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

HematologyOncologyPathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81219?

CPT 81219 (Calr gene com variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Molecular analysis of the CALR gene to identify common mutations (insertions and deletions) associated with essential thrombocythemia and primary myelofibrosis.

Who uses CPT code 81219?

CPT 81219 is used by Hematology, Oncology, Pathology. Used to identify CALR mutations in myeloproliferative neoplasms for diagnosis and prognosis determination in patients with thrombocytosis.

When is CPT 81219 used?

Used to identify CALR mutations in myeloproliferative neoplasms for diagnosis and prognosis determination in patients with thrombocytosis.

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