87485 Chlmyd pneum dna dir probe
Also known as: Chlamydia pneumoniae test, respiratory chlamydia detection
Chlamydia pneumoniae nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies chlamydial respiratory infection.
In Plain Language
Respiratory chlamydia test; Atypical pneumonia detection
Clinical Context
Detects Chlamydia pneumoniae in respiratory specimens including sputum and lower respiratory secretions. Associated with community-acquired pneumonia and chronic respiratory conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 87485 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 87485?
CPT 87485 (Chlmyd pneum dna dir probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Chlamydia pneumoniae nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies chlamydial respiratory infection.
Who uses CPT code 87485?
CPT 87485 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects Chlamydia pneumoniae in respiratory specimens including sputum and lower respiratory secretions. Associated with community-acquired pneumonia and chronic respiratory conditions.
When is CPT 87485 used?
Detects Chlamydia pneumoniae in respiratory specimens including sputum and lower respiratory secretions. Associated with community-acquired pneumonia and chronic respiratory conditions.
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