87389 Hiv-1 ag with hiv-1&-2 ab ag ia
Also known as: HIV-1 antigen/antibody, HIV combo test, HIV 4th gen test
Detection of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antigen combined with HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies using fourth-generation immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
HIV detection test
Clinical Context
Fourth-generation antigen/antibody combination test detects HIV-1 infection earlier than antibody alone. Gold standard screening for acute and chronic infection.
RVU Information
CPT 87389 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 87389?
CPT 87389 (Hiv-1 ag with hiv-1&-2 ab ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antigen combined with HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies using fourth-generation immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 87389?
CPT 87389 is used by pathology, clinical laboratory, infectious disease. Fourth-generation antigen/antibody combination test detects HIV-1 infection earlier than antibody alone. Gold standard screening for acute and chronic infection.
When is CPT 87389 used?
Fourth-generation antigen/antibody combination test detects HIV-1 infection earlier than antibody alone. Gold standard screening for acute and chronic infection.
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