81552 Onc uveal mlnma mrna 15 gene
Also known as: uveal melanoma panel, ocular melanoma mRNA, 15-gene eye melanoma test
Oncology uveal melanoma molecular panel measuring messenger ribonucleic acid expression across 15 genes for prognostic stratification.
In Plain Language
eye melanoma genetic test; ocular cancer gene panel; melanoma prognosis test
Clinical Context
Predicts metastatic risk in uveal melanoma patients to guide surveillance intensity and therapeutic decisions. Critical for patient counseling on prognosis.
RVU Information
CPT 81552 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 81552?
CPT 81552 (Onc uveal mlnma mrna 15 gene) is a Pathology & Lab code. Oncology uveal melanoma molecular panel measuring messenger ribonucleic acid expression across 15 genes for prognostic stratification.
Who uses CPT code 81552?
CPT 81552 is used by Pathology, Oncology, Ophthalmology. Predicts metastatic risk in uveal melanoma patients to guide surveillance intensity and therapeutic decisions. Critical for patient counseling on prognosis.
When is CPT 81552 used?
Predicts metastatic risk in uveal melanoma patients to guide surveillance intensity and therapeutic decisions. Critical for patient counseling on prognosis.
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