83987 Exhaled breath condensate
Also known as: breath condensate analysis, exhaled biomarkers
Analysis of exhaled breath condensate for biomarkers and inflammatory markers indicative of respiratory tract disease.
In Plain Language
breath analysis test
Clinical Context
Emerging non-invasive technique for assessing airway inflammation in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and other respiratory diseases.
RVU Information
CPT 83987 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 83987?
CPT 83987 (Exhaled breath condensate) is a Pathology & Lab code. Analysis of exhaled breath condensate for biomarkers and inflammatory markers indicative of respiratory tract disease.
Who uses CPT code 83987?
CPT 83987 is used by Pathology, Pulmonology, Laboratory Medicine. Emerging non-invasive technique for assessing airway inflammation in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and other respiratory diseases.
When is CPT 83987 used?
Emerging non-invasive technique for assessing airway inflammation in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and other respiratory diseases.
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