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81507 Fetal aneuploidy trisom risk

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: maternal serum screening, triple screen, quad screen

Fetal aneuploidy risk assessment for trisomy detection using maternal serum markers.

In Plain Language

prenatal blood test for Down syndrome

Clinical Context

Maternal serum biochemical markers (AFP, hCG, uE3, inhibin A) for assessment of risk for fetal chromosomal abnormalities.

RVU Information

CPT 81507 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

obstetricsmaternal-fetal medicinepathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81507?

CPT 81507 (Fetal aneuploidy trisom risk) is a Pathology & Lab code. Fetal aneuploidy risk assessment for trisomy detection using maternal serum markers.

Who uses CPT code 81507?

CPT 81507 is used by obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, pathology. Maternal serum biochemical markers (AFP, hCG, uE3, inhibin A) for assessment of risk for fetal chromosomal abnormalities.

When is CPT 81507 used?

Maternal serum biochemical markers (AFP, hCG, uE3, inhibin A) for assessment of risk for fetal chromosomal abnormalities.

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