87469 Babesia microti amp prb
Also known as: Babesia PCR, Babesia NAA, Babesia blood test
Detection of Babesia microti DNA or RNA using nucleic acid amplification technique from blood specimens.
In Plain Language
Babesia infection genetic test
Clinical Context
Molecular detection of Babesia microti, a protozoan causing human babesiosis transmitted by Ixodes ticks. Particularly important in immunocompromised patients.
RVU Information
CPT 87469 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 87469?
CPT 87469 (Babesia microti amp prb) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of Babesia microti DNA or RNA using nucleic acid amplification technique from blood specimens.
Who uses CPT code 87469?
CPT 87469 is used by pathology, parasitology, molecular diagnostics. Molecular detection of Babesia microti, a protozoan causing human babesiosis transmitted by Ixodes ticks. Particularly important in immunocompromised patients.
When is CPT 87469 used?
Molecular detection of Babesia microti, a protozoan causing human babesiosis transmitted by Ixodes ticks. Particularly important in immunocompromised patients.
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