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81222 Cftr gene dup/delet variants

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: CFTR dup/del testing, CFTR structural variant analysis

Duplication and deletion analysis of the CFTR gene to identify structural variants associated with Cystic Fibrosis.

In Plain Language

cystic fibrosis gene test; CFTR deletion detection

Clinical Context

Used to identify CFTR deletions and duplications in Cystic Fibrosis families for comprehensive genetic assessment.

RVU Information

CPT 81222 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

GeneticsPulmonologyPathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81222?

CPT 81222 (Cftr gene dup/delet variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Duplication and deletion analysis of the CFTR gene to identify structural variants associated with Cystic Fibrosis.

Who uses CPT code 81222?

CPT 81222 is used by Genetics, Pulmonology, Pathology. Used to identify CFTR deletions and duplications in Cystic Fibrosis families for comprehensive genetic assessment.

When is CPT 81222 used?

Used to identify CFTR deletions and duplications in Cystic Fibrosis families for comprehensive genetic assessment.

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