81420 Fetal chrmoml aneuploidy
Also known as: noninvasive prenatal testing, NIPT, cell-free fetal DNA test
Genetic testing for fetal chromosomal aneuploidy conditions using cell-free DNA or RNA from maternal blood.
In Plain Language
prenatal genetic blood test; fetal chromosome test
Clinical Context
Prenatal screening using maternal blood for fetal chromosomal abnormalities (trisomy 13, 18, 21); safe alternative to invasive testing.
RVU Information
CPT 81420 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 81420?
CPT 81420 (Fetal chrmoml aneuploidy) is a Pathology & Lab code. Genetic testing for fetal chromosomal aneuploidy conditions using cell-free DNA or RNA from maternal blood.
Who uses CPT code 81420?
CPT 81420 is used by obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, genetics. Prenatal screening using maternal blood for fetal chromosomal abnormalities (trisomy 13, 18, 21); safe alternative to invasive testing.
When is CPT 81420 used?
Prenatal screening using maternal blood for fetal chromosomal abnormalities (trisomy 13, 18, 21); safe alternative to invasive testing.
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