87324 Clostridium ag ia
Also known as: C. difficile antigen, Clostridium difficile IA, CDiff Ag
Detection of Clostridium difficile antigens or toxins from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
C. difficile infection test
Clinical Context
Immunoassay detection of Clostridium difficile antigen or toxin in patients with diarrhea and antibiotics exposure. Rapid diagnosis important for isolation.
RVU Information
CPT 87324 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 87324?
CPT 87324 (Clostridium ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of Clostridium difficile antigens or toxins from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 87324?
CPT 87324 is used by pathology, microbiology, clinical laboratory. Immunoassay detection of Clostridium difficile antigen or toxin in patients with diarrhea and antibiotics exposure. Rapid diagnosis important for isolation.
When is CPT 87324 used?
Immunoassay detection of Clostridium difficile antigen or toxin in patients with diarrhea and antibiotics exposure. Rapid diagnosis important for isolation.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.