81455 So/hl 51/>gsap dna/dna & rna
Also known as: comprehensive pan-cancer panel, whole exome oncology panel
Somatic or high-level oncology gene analysis panel including 51 or more genes analyzing DNA and RNA.
In Plain Language
very comprehensive cancer gene test
Clinical Context
Broad somatic tumor profiling identifying all major cancer-related mutations and gene expression changes; maximum therapeutic information.
RVU Information
CPT 81455 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 81455?
CPT 81455 (So/hl 51/>gsap dna/dna & rna) is a Pathology & Lab code. Somatic or high-level oncology gene analysis panel including 51 or more genes analyzing DNA and RNA.
Who uses CPT code 81455?
CPT 81455 is used by oncology, molecular pathology, pathology. Broad somatic tumor profiling identifying all major cancer-related mutations and gene expression changes; maximum therapeutic information.
When is CPT 81455 used?
Broad somatic tumor profiling identifying all major cancer-related mutations and gene expression changes; maximum therapeutic information.
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