81443 Genetic tstg severe inh cond
Also known as: severe genetic disease testing, inherited condition genetics
Genetic testing for severe inherited conditions for genotype-phenotype correlations.
In Plain Language
genetic test for serious inherited diseases
Clinical Context
Testing for monogenic causes of severe inherited conditions; provides diagnostic confirmation and helps establish genotype-phenotype relationships.
RVU Information
CPT 81443 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 81443?
CPT 81443 (Genetic tstg severe inh cond) is a Pathology & Lab code. Genetic testing for severe inherited conditions for genotype-phenotype correlations.
Who uses CPT code 81443?
CPT 81443 is used by genetics, molecular pathology, clinical genetics. Testing for monogenic causes of severe inherited conditions; provides diagnostic confirmation and helps establish genotype-phenotype relationships.
When is CPT 81443 used?
Testing for monogenic causes of severe inherited conditions; provides diagnostic confirmation and helps establish genotype-phenotype relationships.
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