81258 Hba1/hba2 gene fam vrnt
Also known as: HBA1/HBA2 familial variant testing, alpha-thalassemia targeted analysis
Targeted mutation analysis of the HBA1 and HBA2 genes to identify known familial variants causing alpha-thalassemia.
In Plain Language
blood disorder gene test; family mutation detection
Clinical Context
Used to identify known HBA1/HBA2 mutations in family members of alpha-thalassemia patients for carrier status and prenatal diagnosis.
RVU Information
CPT 81258 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 81258?
CPT 81258 (Hba1/hba2 gene fam vrnt) is a Pathology & Lab code. Targeted mutation analysis of the HBA1 and HBA2 genes to identify known familial variants causing alpha-thalassemia.
Who uses CPT code 81258?
CPT 81258 is used by Genetics, Hematology, Pathology. Used to identify known HBA1/HBA2 mutations in family members of alpha-thalassemia patients for carrier status and prenatal diagnosis.
When is CPT 81258 used?
Used to identify known HBA1/HBA2 mutations in family members of alpha-thalassemia patients for carrier status and prenatal diagnosis.
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