87335 E coli 0157 ag ia
Also known as: E. coli O157 antigen, O157 Ag IA, Shiga toxin E. coli
Detection of Escherichia coli O157 antigens from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
E. coli O157 infection test
Clinical Context
Immunoassay detection of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 in patients with hemolytic uremic syndrome or bloody diarrhea. Important for diagnosis.
RVU Information
CPT 87335 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 87335?
CPT 87335 (E coli 0157 ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of Escherichia coli O157 antigens from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 87335?
CPT 87335 is used by pathology, microbiology, infectious disease. Immunoassay detection of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 in patients with hemolytic uremic syndrome or bloody diarrhea. Important for diagnosis.
When is CPT 87335 used?
Immunoassay detection of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 in patients with hemolytic uremic syndrome or bloody diarrhea. Important for diagnosis.
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