81412 Ashkenazi jewish assoc dis
Also known as: Ashkenazi Jewish screening, BRCA Ashkenazi test
Genetic testing for Ashkenazi Jewish-associated genetic diseases including carrier screening for BRCA1, BRCA2, and other conditions.
In Plain Language
Ashkenazi Jewish genetic test; cancer risk test for Jewish ancestry
Clinical Context
Identifies mutations more prevalent in Ashkenazi Jewish populations; important for cancer risk assessment and disease prevention in this population.
RVU Information
CPT 81412 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 81412?
CPT 81412 (Ashkenazi jewish assoc dis) is a Pathology & Lab code. Genetic testing for Ashkenazi Jewish-associated genetic diseases including carrier screening for BRCA1, BRCA2, and other conditions.
Who uses CPT code 81412?
CPT 81412 is used by genetics, oncology, molecular pathology. Identifies mutations more prevalent in Ashkenazi Jewish populations; important for cancer risk assessment and disease prevention in this population.
When is CPT 81412 used?
Identifies mutations more prevalent in Ashkenazi Jewish populations; important for cancer risk assessment and disease prevention in this population.
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