87525 Hepatitis g dna dir probe
Also known as: Hepatitis G DNA test, HGV direct probe
Hepatitis G virus nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies hepatitis G viral infection.
In Plain Language
Hepatitis G infection test; GB virus detection
Clinical Context
Detects hepatitis G virus (also known as GB virus C) in blood. Found in hepatitis patients though clinical significance is debated.
RVU Information
CPT 87525 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 87525?
CPT 87525 (Hepatitis g dna dir probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hepatitis G virus nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies hepatitis G viral infection.
Who uses CPT code 87525?
CPT 87525 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Hepatology. Detects hepatitis G virus (also known as GB virus C) in blood. Found in hepatitis patients though clinical significance is debated.
When is CPT 87525 used?
Detects hepatitis G virus (also known as GB virus C) in blood. Found in hepatitis patients though clinical significance is debated.
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