81271 Htt gene detc abnor alleles
Also known as: Huntington's disease genetic test, HTT repeat analysis
Huntingtin (HTT) gene testing to detect abnormal alleles with expanded trinucleotide repeats associated with Huntington's disease.
In Plain Language
Huntington's disease screening; Movement disorder genetic test
Clinical Context
Detects CAG repeat expansions in the HTT gene diagnostic of Huntington's disease. Used for presymptomatic diagnosis, family screening, and risk assessment.
RVU Information
CPT 81271 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 81271?
CPT 81271 (Htt gene detc abnor alleles) is a Pathology & Lab code. Huntingtin (HTT) gene testing to detect abnormal alleles with expanded trinucleotide repeats associated with Huntington's disease.
Who uses CPT code 81271?
CPT 81271 is used by Pathology, Neurology, Genetics. Detects CAG repeat expansions in the HTT gene diagnostic of Huntington's disease. Used for presymptomatic diagnosis, family screening, and risk assessment.
When is CPT 81271 used?
Detects CAG repeat expansions in the HTT gene diagnostic of Huntington's disease. Used for presymptomatic diagnosis, family screening, and risk assessment.
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