81315 Pml/raralpha com breakpoints
Also known as: PML/RARA translocation test, acute promyelocytic leukemia test
Promyelocytic Leukemia protein (PML) and Retinoic Acid Receptor Alpha (RARA) gene common breakpoints analysis for acute promyelocytic leukemia diagnosis.
In Plain Language
Blood cancer translocation test; APL genetic marker
Clinical Context
Detects t(15;17) PML/RARA translocation diagnostic of acute promyelocytic leukemia, important for all-trans retinoic acid treatment eligibility.
RVU Information
CPT 81315 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 81315?
CPT 81315 (Pml/raralpha com breakpoints) is a Pathology & Lab code. Promyelocytic Leukemia protein (PML) and Retinoic Acid Receptor Alpha (RARA) gene common breakpoints analysis for acute promyelocytic leukemia diagnosis.
Who uses CPT code 81315?
CPT 81315 is used by Pathology, Hematology, Oncology. Detects t(15;17) PML/RARA translocation diagnostic of acute promyelocytic leukemia, important for all-trans retinoic acid treatment eligibility.
When is CPT 81315 used?
Detects t(15;17) PML/RARA translocation diagnostic of acute promyelocytic leukemia, important for all-trans retinoic acid treatment eligibility.
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