85007 Bl smear with diff wbc count
Also known as: blood smear with diff, manual differential, slide review
Blood smear examination with manual differential white blood cell count, including morphologic assessment of cells and identification of abnormal forms and inclusions.
In Plain Language
blood cell under microscope; detailed white blood cell count
Clinical Context
Provides morphologic review for abnormal cells, blast forms, parasites, and inclusions; ordered when automated results are abnormal or suspected hematologic disorder.
RVU Information
CPT 85007 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 85007?
CPT 85007 (Bl smear with diff wbc count) is a Pathology & Lab code. Blood smear examination with manual differential white blood cell count, including morphologic assessment of cells and identification of abnormal forms and inclusions.
Who uses CPT code 85007?
CPT 85007 is used by Clinical Pathology, Hematology, Oncology. Provides morphologic review for abnormal cells, blast forms, parasites, and inclusions; ordered when automated results are abnormal or suspected hematologic disorder.
When is CPT 85007 used?
Provides morphologic review for abnormal cells, blast forms, parasites, and inclusions; ordered when automated results are abnormal or suspected hematologic disorder.
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