81337 Smn1 gen nown famil seq vrnt
Also known as: SMN1 familial variant testing, SMA family screening
Survival Motor Neuron 1 (SMN1) gene analysis for known familial variants to facilitate family member screening in spinal muscular atrophy.
In Plain Language
Family spinal muscular atrophy test; SMA carrier screening
Clinical Context
Targeted SMN1 testing of family members for previously identified variants in spinal muscular atrophy families.
RVU Information
CPT 81337 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 81337?
CPT 81337 (Smn1 gen nown famil seq vrnt) is a Pathology & Lab code. Survival Motor Neuron 1 (SMN1) gene analysis for known familial variants to facilitate family member screening in spinal muscular atrophy.
Who uses CPT code 81337?
CPT 81337 is used by Pathology, Neurology, Genetics. Targeted SMN1 testing of family members for previously identified variants in spinal muscular atrophy families.
When is CPT 81337 used?
Targeted SMN1 testing of family members for previously identified variants in spinal muscular atrophy families.
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