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81352 Tp53 gene trgt sequence alys

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: TP53 targeted sequencing, TP53 hotspot analysis

Tumor Protein 53 (TP53) gene targeted sequencing analysis to identify hotspot and known cancer-associated variants.

In Plain Language

Cancer gene hotspot test; Targeted cancer mutation detection

Clinical Context

Targeted TP53 sequencing focusing on common cancer hotspots for faster and cost-effective TP53 screening.

RVU Information

CPT 81352 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

PathologyOncologyGenetics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81352?

CPT 81352 (Tp53 gene trgt sequence alys) is a Pathology & Lab code. Tumor Protein 53 (TP53) gene targeted sequencing analysis to identify hotspot and known cancer-associated variants.

Who uses CPT code 81352?

CPT 81352 is used by Pathology, Oncology, Genetics. Targeted TP53 sequencing focusing on common cancer hotspots for faster and cost-effective TP53 screening.

When is CPT 81352 used?

Targeted TP53 sequencing focusing on common cancer hotspots for faster and cost-effective TP53 screening.

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