87520 Hepatitis c rna dir probe
Also known as: Hepatitis C RNA test, HCV direct probe
Hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies hepatitis C viral infection.
In Plain Language
Hepatitis C infection test; Liver virus RNA detection
Clinical Context
Detects hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid in blood to confirm hepatitis C infection following antibody screening.
RVU Information
CPT 87520 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 87520?
CPT 87520 (Hepatitis c rna dir probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies hepatitis C viral infection.
Who uses CPT code 87520?
CPT 87520 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Hepatology. Detects hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid in blood to confirm hepatitis C infection following antibody screening.
When is CPT 87520 used?
Detects hepatitis C virus ribonucleic acid in blood to confirm hepatitis C infection following antibody screening.
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