87497 Cytomeg dna quantitative
Also known as: CMV quantitative test, CMV viral load, cytomegalovirus load
Cytomegalovirus nucleic acid quantification using real-time polymerase chain reaction or similar quantitative technique. Measures cytomegaloviral load.
In Plain Language
CMV count test; Cytomegalovirus level measurement
Clinical Context
Quantifies cytomegaloviral burden for assessment of disease severity and monitoring response to antiviral therapy in immunocompromised patients.
RVU Information
CPT 87497 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 87497?
CPT 87497 (Cytomeg dna quantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Cytomegalovirus nucleic acid quantification using real-time polymerase chain reaction or similar quantitative technique. Measures cytomegaloviral load.
Who uses CPT code 87497?
CPT 87497 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Quantifies cytomegaloviral burden for assessment of disease severity and monitoring response to antiviral therapy in immunocompromised patients.
When is CPT 87497 used?
Quantifies cytomegaloviral burden for assessment of disease severity and monitoring response to antiviral therapy in immunocompromised patients.
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