87484 Ehrlicha chaffeensis amp prb
Also known as: Ehrlichia chaffeensis test, HME test, human monocytic ehrlichiosis detection
Ehrlichia chaffeensis nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects the causative agent of human monocytic ehrlichiosis.
In Plain Language
Tick-borne bacterial infection test; Ehrlichiosis detection
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose human monocytic ehrlichiosis (HME) in patients with febrile illness after tick bite. Prevalent in southern and eastern United States.
RVU Information
CPT 87484 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 87484?
CPT 87484 (Ehrlicha chaffeensis amp prb) is a Pathology & Lab code. Ehrlichia chaffeensis nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects the causative agent of human monocytic ehrlichiosis.
Who uses CPT code 87484?
CPT 87484 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Used to diagnose human monocytic ehrlichiosis (HME) in patients with febrile illness after tick bite. Prevalent in southern and eastern United States.
When is CPT 87484 used?
Used to diagnose human monocytic ehrlichiosis (HME) in patients with febrile illness after tick bite. Prevalent in southern and eastern United States.
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