87486 Chlmyd pneum dna amp probe
Also known as: Chlamydia pneumoniae amplified test, respiratory chlamydia amplified
Chlamydia pneumoniae nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects chlamydial respiratory infection with higher sensitivity.
In Plain Language
Sensitive respiratory chlamydia test; Amplified atypical pneumonia test
Clinical Context
Provides enhanced detection of Chlamydia pneumoniae in respiratory specimens. Recommended when direct probe is negative but clinical suspicion remains high.
RVU Information
CPT 87486 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 87486?
CPT 87486 (Chlmyd pneum dna amp probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Chlamydia pneumoniae nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects chlamydial respiratory infection with higher sensitivity.
Who uses CPT code 87486?
CPT 87486 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Provides enhanced detection of Chlamydia pneumoniae in respiratory specimens. Recommended when direct probe is negative but clinical suspicion remains high.
When is CPT 87486 used?
Provides enhanced detection of Chlamydia pneumoniae in respiratory specimens. Recommended when direct probe is negative but clinical suspicion remains high.
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