87270 Chlamydia trachomatis ag if
Also known as: Chlamydia antigen, Chlamydia IF, CT Ag IF
Detection of Chlamydia trachomatis antigens directly from clinical specimens using immunofluorescence microscopy with specific antibodies.
In Plain Language
Chlamydia infection detection test
Clinical Context
Rapid detection of Chlamydia trachomatis from urogenital, rectal, or respiratory specimens. Less sensitive than nucleic acid amplification but still clinically useful.
RVU Information
CPT 87270 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 87270?
CPT 87270 (Chlamydia trachomatis ag if) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of Chlamydia trachomatis antigens directly from clinical specimens using immunofluorescence microscopy with specific antibodies.
Who uses CPT code 87270?
CPT 87270 is used by pathology, virology, infectious disease. Rapid detection of Chlamydia trachomatis from urogenital, rectal, or respiratory specimens. Less sensitive than nucleic acid amplification but still clinically useful.
When is CPT 87270 used?
Rapid detection of Chlamydia trachomatis from urogenital, rectal, or respiratory specimens. Less sensitive than nucleic acid amplification but still clinically useful.
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