87186 Sternoclavicular std microdil/agar dil
Also known as: microdilution, broth microdilution, MIC testing, microbial broth
Susceptibility testing using microdilution broth method with agar dilution supplementation to determine minimal inhibitory concentration of antimicrobial agents.
In Plain Language
antibiotic strength testing
Clinical Context
Accurate and standardized method for determining antimicrobial susceptibility. Used for fastidious organisms and those requiring specific media.
RVU Information
CPT 87186 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 87186?
CPT 87186 (Sternoclavicular std microdil/agar dil) is a Pathology & Lab code. Susceptibility testing using microdilution broth method with agar dilution supplementation to determine minimal inhibitory concentration of antimicrobial agents.
Who uses CPT code 87186?
CPT 87186 is used by pathology, microbiology, clinical laboratory. Accurate and standardized method for determining antimicrobial susceptibility. Used for fastidious organisms and those requiring specific media.
When is CPT 87186 used?
Accurate and standardized method for determining antimicrobial susceptibility. Used for fastidious organisms and those requiring specific media.
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