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87391 Hiv-2 ag ia

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: HIV-2 antigen, HIV-2 Ag IA

Detection of human immunodeficiency virus type 2 antigen from serum using immunoassay methodology.

In Plain Language

HIV-2 infection test

Clinical Context

Detects HIV-2 p24 antigen for diagnosis of HIV-2 infection, less common than HIV-1 but more prevalent in West Africa. Used as reflex after HIV combo test.

RVU Information

CPT 87391 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

pathologyclinical laboratoryinfectious disease

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87391?

CPT 87391 (Hiv-2 ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of human immunodeficiency virus type 2 antigen from serum using immunoassay methodology.

Who uses CPT code 87391?

CPT 87391 is used by pathology, clinical laboratory, infectious disease. Detects HIV-2 p24 antigen for diagnosis of HIV-2 infection, less common than HIV-1 but more prevalent in West Africa. Used as reflex after HIV combo test.

When is CPT 87391 used?

Detects HIV-2 p24 antigen for diagnosis of HIV-2 infection, less common than HIV-1 but more prevalent in West Africa. Used as reflex after HIV combo test.

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