81509 Ftl cgen abnor 3 proteins
Also known as: three-protein fetal screening
Fetal chromosomal abnormality assessment using three protein markers.
In Plain Language
prenatal blood test with three markers
Clinical Context
Maternal serum with three biomarkers for improved fetal chromosomal abnormality risk assessment.
RVU Information
CPT 81509 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 81509?
CPT 81509 (Ftl cgen abnor 3 proteins) is a Pathology & Lab code. Fetal chromosomal abnormality assessment using three protein markers.
Who uses CPT code 81509?
CPT 81509 is used by obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, pathology. Maternal serum with three biomarkers for improved fetal chromosomal abnormality risk assessment.
When is CPT 81509 used?
Maternal serum with three biomarkers for improved fetal chromosomal abnormality risk assessment.
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