87505 Nfct agent detection gi
Also known as: GI pathogen test, gastroenteritis panel
Unspecified infectious agent nucleic acid detection for agents causing gastrointestinal illness using nucleic acid probe technique.
In Plain Language
Stomach bug test; Foodborne illness detection
Clinical Context
Detects various infectious agents causing gastroenteritis including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Used for diagnosis of foodborne illness and infectious diarrhea.
RVU Information
CPT 87505 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 87505?
CPT 87505 (Nfct agent detection gi) is a Pathology & Lab code. Unspecified infectious agent nucleic acid detection for agents causing gastrointestinal illness using nucleic acid probe technique.
Who uses CPT code 87505?
CPT 87505 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects various infectious agents causing gastroenteritis including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Used for diagnosis of foodborne illness and infectious diarrhea.
When is CPT 87505 used?
Detects various infectious agents causing gastroenteritis including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Used for diagnosis of foodborne illness and infectious diarrhea.
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