81343 Ppp2r2b gen detc abnor allel
Also known as: PPP2R2B gene testing, SCA12 genetic test
Protein Phosphatase 2 Regulatory Subunit B Double Prime (PPP2R2B) gene testing to detect abnormal alleles in spinocerebellar ataxia type 12.
In Plain Language
Spinocerebellar ataxia genetic test; Neurological coordination disorder test
Clinical Context
Detects PPP2R2B CAG repeat expansions causing spinocerebellar ataxia type 12 with progressive cerebellar dysfunction.
RVU Information
CPT 81343 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 81343?
CPT 81343 (Ppp2r2b gen detc abnor allel) is a Pathology & Lab code. Protein Phosphatase 2 Regulatory Subunit B Double Prime (PPP2R2B) gene testing to detect abnormal alleles in spinocerebellar ataxia type 12.
Who uses CPT code 81343?
CPT 81343 is used by Pathology, Neurology, Genetics. Detects PPP2R2B CAG repeat expansions causing spinocerebellar ataxia type 12 with progressive cerebellar dysfunction.
When is CPT 81343 used?
Detects PPP2R2B CAG repeat expansions causing spinocerebellar ataxia type 12 with progressive cerebellar dysfunction.
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