81312 Pabpn1 gene detc abnor allel
Also known as: PABPN1 gene testing, oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy test
Poly(A) Binding Protein Nuclear 1 (PABPN1) gene testing to detect abnormal alleles associated with oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy.
In Plain Language
Muscle weakness genetic test; Eye and throat muscle disease test
Clinical Context
Detects PABPN1 GCN repeat expansions causing oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy, characterized by progressive weakness of eye and pharyngeal muscles.
RVU Information
CPT 81312 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 81312?
CPT 81312 (Pabpn1 gene detc abnor allel) is a Pathology & Lab code. Poly(A) Binding Protein Nuclear 1 (PABPN1) gene testing to detect abnormal alleles associated with oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy.
Who uses CPT code 81312?
CPT 81312 is used by Pathology, Neurology, Genetics. Detects PABPN1 GCN repeat expansions causing oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy, characterized by progressive weakness of eye and pharyngeal muscles.
When is CPT 81312 used?
Detects PABPN1 GCN repeat expansions causing oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy, characterized by progressive weakness of eye and pharyngeal muscles.
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