81361 Hbb gene com variants
Also known as: HBB mutation test, sickle cell disease genetic testing
Beta-Globin (HBB) gene analysis for common variants associated with sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
In Plain Language
Sickle cell disease genetic test; Beta thalassemia screening
Clinical Context
Detects HBB variants causing sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia. Essential for diagnosis, carrier screening, and prenatal testing.
RVU Information
CPT 81361 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 81361?
CPT 81361 (Hbb gene com variants) is a Pathology & Lab code. Beta-Globin (HBB) gene analysis for common variants associated with sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
Who uses CPT code 81361?
CPT 81361 is used by Pathology, Hematology, Genetics. Detects HBB variants causing sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia. Essential for diagnosis, carrier screening, and prenatal testing.
When is CPT 81361 used?
Detects HBB variants causing sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia. Essential for diagnosis, carrier screening, and prenatal testing.
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