87106 Fungi identification yeast
Also known as: Yeast culture, Candida identification, Yeast identification
Fungal culture with identification of yeast organisms. Yeast isolation and identification.
In Plain Language
Yeast infection identification
Clinical Context
Fungal culture with identification of yeast organisms including Candida, Cryptococcus, and other yeasts from various specimen types.
RVU Information
CPT 87106 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 87106?
CPT 87106 (Fungi identification yeast) is a Pathology & Lab code. Fungal culture with identification of yeast organisms. Yeast isolation and identification.
Who uses CPT code 87106?
CPT 87106 is used by Microbiology, Pathology. Fungal culture with identification of yeast organisms including Candida, Cryptococcus, and other yeasts from various specimen types.
When is CPT 87106 used?
Fungal culture with identification of yeast organisms including Candida, Cryptococcus, and other yeasts from various specimen types.
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