87471 Bartonella dna amp probe
Also known as: Bartonella PCR, Bartonella NAA, Bartonella DNA test
Detection of Bartonella species DNA using nucleic acid amplification technique from blood or tissue specimens.
In Plain Language
Bartonella infection genetic test
Clinical Context
Molecular detection of Bartonella species including B. henselae (cat scratch disease) and B. bacilliformis (Carrion's disease). Highly sensitive technique.
RVU Information
CPT 87471 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 87471?
CPT 87471 (Bartonella dna amp probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Detection of Bartonella species DNA using nucleic acid amplification technique from blood or tissue specimens.
Who uses CPT code 87471?
CPT 87471 is used by pathology, infectious disease, molecular diagnostics. Molecular detection of Bartonella species including B. henselae (cat scratch disease) and B. bacilliformis (Carrion's disease). Highly sensitive technique.
When is CPT 87471 used?
Molecular detection of Bartonella species including B. henselae (cat scratch disease) and B. bacilliformis (Carrion's disease). Highly sensitive technique.
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