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87502 Influenza dna amp probe

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: Influenza amplified test, flu amplified screen

Influenza virus nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique for routine screening of influenza A and/or B.

In Plain Language

Sensitive flu test; Amplified influenza detection

Clinical Context

Standard amplified detection method for influenza A and B viruses in respiratory specimens during influenza season.

RVU Information

CPT 87502 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

PathologyInfectious DiseaseClinical Microbiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87502?

CPT 87502 (Influenza dna amp probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Influenza virus nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique for routine screening of influenza A and/or B.

Who uses CPT code 87502?

CPT 87502 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Standard amplified detection method for influenza A and B viruses in respiratory specimens during influenza season.

When is CPT 87502 used?

Standard amplified detection method for influenza A and B viruses in respiratory specimens during influenza season.

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