86386 Nuclear matrix protein 22
Also known as: NMP22, nuclear matrix protein 22
Nuclear matrix protein 22 detection measuring tumor-associated antigen presence in urine, used as a tumor marker for bladder cancer screening.
In Plain Language
bladder cancer marker test; urine cancer screening
Clinical Context
Detects nuclear matrix protein 22 in urine as marker for bladder cancer. Useful for surveillance of patients with history of transitional cell carcinoma and screening of patients with hematuria.
RVU Information
CPT 86386 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 86386?
CPT 86386 (Nuclear matrix protein 22) is a Pathology & Lab code. Nuclear matrix protein 22 detection measuring tumor-associated antigen presence in urine, used as a tumor marker for bladder cancer screening.
Who uses CPT code 86386?
CPT 86386 is used by Urology, Oncology, Pathology. Detects nuclear matrix protein 22 in urine as marker for bladder cancer. Useful for surveillance of patients with history of transitional cell carcinoma and screening of patients with hematuria.
When is CPT 86386 used?
Detects nuclear matrix protein 22 in urine as marker for bladder cancer. Useful for surveillance of patients with history of transitional cell carcinoma and screening of patients with hematuria.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.