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87425 Rotavirus ag ia

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: rotavirus antigen, rotavirus IA

Detection of rotavirus antigens from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.

In Plain Language

rotavirus infection test

Clinical Context

Immunoassay detection of rotavirus in patients with acute gastroenteritis. Most common cause of severe infantile diarrhea worldwide.

RVU Information

CPT 87425 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

pathologyvirologypediatrics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87425?

CPT 87425 (Rotavirus ag ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of rotavirus antigens from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.

Who uses CPT code 87425?

CPT 87425 is used by pathology, virology, pediatrics. Immunoassay detection of rotavirus in patients with acute gastroenteritis. Most common cause of severe infantile diarrhea worldwide.

When is CPT 87425 used?

Immunoassay detection of rotavirus in patients with acute gastroenteritis. Most common cause of severe infantile diarrhea worldwide.

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