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81417 Exome re-evaluation

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: exome re-evaluation, exome reanalysis

Whole exome sequence re-evaluation for previously analyzed patient for genetic disease reevaluation.

In Plain Language

second look at genetic test; re-checking gene sequencing results

Clinical Context

Reanalysis of previously performed exome sequencing with updated knowledge of genetic variants; identifies variants previously unreported.

RVU Information

CPT 81417 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

geneticsmolecular pathologyclinical genetics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81417?

CPT 81417 (Exome re-evaluation) is a Pathology & Lab code. Whole exome sequence re-evaluation for previously analyzed patient for genetic disease reevaluation.

Who uses CPT code 81417?

CPT 81417 is used by genetics, molecular pathology, clinical genetics. Reanalysis of previously performed exome sequencing with updated knowledge of genetic variants; identifies variants previously unreported.

When is CPT 81417 used?

Reanalysis of previously performed exome sequencing with updated knowledge of genetic variants; identifies variants previously unreported.

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