87101 Skin fungi culture
Also known as: Skin fungus culture, Nail fungus culture, Dermatophyte culture
Fungal culture of skin or nail specimen for fungal organism detection. Standard dermatologic fungal culture.
In Plain Language
Fungal skin infection test; Ringworm test
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose fungal infections of skin, hair, and nails caused by dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte molds, and yeasts.
RVU Information
CPT 87101 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 87101?
CPT 87101 (Skin fungi culture) is a Pathology & Lab code. Fungal culture of skin or nail specimen for fungal organism detection. Standard dermatologic fungal culture.
Who uses CPT code 87101?
CPT 87101 is used by Microbiology, Dermatology, Pathology. Used to diagnose fungal infections of skin, hair, and nails caused by dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte molds, and yeasts.
When is CPT 87101 used?
Used to diagnose fungal infections of skin, hair, and nails caused by dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte molds, and yeasts.
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