87250 Virus inoculate eggs/animal
Also known as: viral inoculation eggs, animal inoculation, egg culture, embryonated egg inoculation
Inoculation of clinical specimens into eggs or animal models for viral culture and isolation.
In Plain Language
virus culture in eggs or animals
Clinical Context
Traditional method for isolating viruses, particularly for specialized viruses not easily grown in cell culture. Less commonly used due to cell culture advances.
RVU Information
CPT 87250 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 87250?
CPT 87250 (Virus inoculate eggs/animal) is a Pathology & Lab code. Inoculation of clinical specimens into eggs or animal models for viral culture and isolation.
Who uses CPT code 87250?
CPT 87250 is used by pathology, virology, clinical laboratory. Traditional method for isolating viruses, particularly for specialized viruses not easily grown in cell culture. Less commonly used due to cell culture advances.
When is CPT 87250 used?
Traditional method for isolating viruses, particularly for specialized viruses not easily grown in cell culture. Less commonly used due to cell culture advances.
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