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81330 Smpd1 gene common variants

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: SMPD1 gene testing, Niemann-Pick disease screening

Sphingomyelinase (SMPD1) gene analysis for common variants associated with acid sphingomyelinase deficiency and Niemann-Pick disease.

In Plain Language

Lysosomal storage disease test; Inherited lipid disorder screening

Clinical Context

Identifies SMPD1 variants causing Niemann-Pick disease types A and B affecting lysosomal lipid metabolism.

RVU Information

CPT 81330 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

PathologyGeneticsPediatrics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81330?

CPT 81330 (Smpd1 gene common variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Sphingomyelinase (SMPD1) gene analysis for common variants associated with acid sphingomyelinase deficiency and Niemann-Pick disease.

Who uses CPT code 81330?

CPT 81330 is used by Pathology, Genetics, Pediatrics. Identifies SMPD1 variants causing Niemann-Pick disease types A and B affecting lysosomal lipid metabolism.

When is CPT 81330 used?

Identifies SMPD1 variants causing Niemann-Pick disease types A and B affecting lysosomal lipid metabolism.

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