87327 Cryptococcus neoform ag ia
Also known as: Crypto antigen, Cryptococcus neoformans IA, CN antigen
Detection of Cryptococcus neoformans antigen from cerebrospinal fluid, serum, or other specimens using immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
Cryptococcus fungal infection test
Clinical Context
Essential for diagnosing cryptococcal meningitis in immunocompromised patients. Cerebrospinal fluid antigen testing is highly sensitive and specific.
RVU Information
CPT 87327 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 87327?
CPT 87327 (Cryptococcus neoform ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of Cryptococcus neoformans antigen from cerebrospinal fluid, serum, or other specimens using immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 87327?
CPT 87327 is used by pathology, virology, infectious disease. Essential for diagnosing cryptococcal meningitis in immunocompromised patients. Cerebrospinal fluid antigen testing is highly sensitive and specific.
When is CPT 87327 used?
Essential for diagnosing cryptococcal meningitis in immunocompromised patients. Cerebrospinal fluid antigen testing is highly sensitive and specific.
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