81225 Cyp2c19 gene com variants
Also known as: CYP2C19 pharmacogenetic panel, CYP2C19 variant testing
Molecular analysis of the CYP2C19 gene to identify common pharmacogenetic variants affecting drug metabolism and medication response.
In Plain Language
medicine metabolism gene test; drug response genetic testing
Clinical Context
Used to guide dosing and selection of medications metabolized by CYP2C19 (e.g., clopidogrel, omeprazole, antidepressants) for optimal therapeutic efficacy.
RVU Information
CPT 81225 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 81225?
CPT 81225 (Cyp2c19 gene com variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Molecular analysis of the CYP2C19 gene to identify common pharmacogenetic variants affecting drug metabolism and medication response.
Who uses CPT code 81225?
CPT 81225 is used by Pathology, Pharmacology, Clinical Genetics. Used to guide dosing and selection of medications metabolized by CYP2C19 (e.g., clopidogrel, omeprazole, antidepressants) for optimal therapeutic efficacy.
When is CPT 81225 used?
Used to guide dosing and selection of medications metabolized by CYP2C19 (e.g., clopidogrel, omeprazole, antidepressants) for optimal therapeutic efficacy.
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