81554 Pulmonary ds ipf mrna 190 gen alg
Also known as: IPF mRNA panel, pulmonary fibrosis gene test, 190-gene lung panel
Pulmonary disease idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis molecular panel measuring messenger ribonucleic acid expression across 190 genes using algorithmic analysis.
In Plain Language
lung fibrosis genetic test; pulmonary fibrosis gene panel; IPF diagnosis support
Clinical Context
Assists in diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and identifies patients at risk for rapid disease progression to guide therapy intensity.
RVU Information
CPT 81554 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 81554?
CPT 81554 (Pulmonary ds ipf mrna 190 gen alg) is a Pathology & Lab code. Pulmonary disease idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis molecular panel measuring messenger ribonucleic acid expression across 190 genes using algorithmic analysis.
Who uses CPT code 81554?
CPT 81554 is used by Pathology, Pulmonology, Rheumatology. Assists in diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and identifies patients at risk for rapid disease progression to guide therapy intensity.
When is CPT 81554 used?
Assists in diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and identifies patients at risk for rapid disease progression to guide therapy intensity.
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