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81462 So gsap cll fr dna/dna & rna

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: circulating tumor DNA analysis, liquid biopsy panel

Somatic oncology gene analysis for cell-free DNA with DNA and RNA analysis.

In Plain Language

cancer DNA test from blood

Clinical Context

Analysis of circulating tumor DNA in blood for noninvasive cancer detection, monitoring, and treatment selection.

RVU Information

CPT 81462 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

oncologymolecular pathologypathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81462?

CPT 81462 (So gsap cll fr dna/dna & rna) is a Pathology & Lab code. Somatic oncology gene analysis for cell-free DNA with DNA and RNA analysis.

Who uses CPT code 81462?

CPT 81462 is used by oncology, molecular pathology, pathology. Analysis of circulating tumor DNA in blood for noninvasive cancer detection, monitoring, and treatment selection.

When is CPT 81462 used?

Analysis of circulating tumor DNA in blood for noninvasive cancer detection, monitoring, and treatment selection.

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