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81304 Mecp2 gene dup/delet variant

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: MECP2 copy number analysis, MECP2 deletion duplication testing

Methyl-CpG-binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene duplication and deletion analysis to detect copy number variations in Rett syndrome.

In Plain Language

Rett syndrome copy number test; Developmental delay genetic testing

Clinical Context

Identifies MECP2 deletions and duplications accounting for a portion of atypical Rett syndrome presentations.

RVU Information

CPT 81304 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

PathologyNeurologyGenetics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81304?

CPT 81304 (Mecp2 gene dup/delet variant) is a Pathology & Lab code. Methyl-CpG-binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene duplication and deletion analysis to detect copy number variations in Rett syndrome.

Who uses CPT code 81304?

CPT 81304 is used by Pathology, Neurology, Genetics. Identifies MECP2 deletions and duplications accounting for a portion of atypical Rett syndrome presentations.

When is CPT 81304 used?

Identifies MECP2 deletions and duplications accounting for a portion of atypical Rett syndrome presentations.

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