87190 Sternoclavicular std myobacteria prop meth
Also known as: mycobacteria susceptibility, TB susceptibility, drug resistance testing
Susceptibility testing for Mycobacteria organisms using standard or specialized methodology approved for tuberculosis agents and other antimycobacterial compounds.
In Plain Language
tuberculosis drug testing
Clinical Context
Essential for detecting multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis. Guides therapy choices and informs public health decisions.
RVU Information
CPT 87190 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 87190?
CPT 87190 (Sternoclavicular std myobacteria prop meth) is a Pathology & Lab code. Susceptibility testing for Mycobacteria organisms using standard or specialized methodology approved for tuberculosis agents and other antimycobacterial compounds.
Who uses CPT code 87190?
CPT 87190 is used by pathology, microbiology, infectious disease. Essential for detecting multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis. Guides therapy choices and informs public health decisions.
When is CPT 87190 used?
Essential for detecting multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis. Guides therapy choices and informs public health decisions.
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