87350 Hepatitis be ag ia
Also known as: hepatitis B e antigen, HBeAg, HBeAg IA
Detection of hepatitis B e antigen from serum using immunoassay methodology, indicating active viral replication.
In Plain Language
hepatitis B virus replication marker
Clinical Context
Marker of active hepatitis B viral replication and infectivity. Present in acute infection and some chronic carriers. Used for prognosis and treatment monitoring.
RVU Information
CPT 87350 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 87350?
CPT 87350 (Hepatitis be ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of hepatitis B e antigen from serum using immunoassay methodology, indicating active viral replication.
Who uses CPT code 87350?
CPT 87350 is used by pathology, clinical laboratory, gastroenterology. Marker of active hepatitis B viral replication and infectivity. Present in acute infection and some chronic carriers. Used for prognosis and treatment monitoring.
When is CPT 87350 used?
Marker of active hepatitis B viral replication and infectivity. Present in acute infection and some chronic carriers. Used for prognosis and treatment monitoring.
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