87538 Hiv-2 probe & revrse trnscripj
Also known as: HIV-2 probe and reverse transcription test, HIV-2 RNA test
Human immunodeficiency virus type 2 nucleic acid detection and quantification using probe technique combined with reverse transcriptase amplification.
In Plain Language
HIV-2 detection and measurement; AIDS virus type 2 RNA test
Clinical Context
Detects and quantifies HIV-2 ribonucleic acid for diagnosis and viral load assessment in HIV-2 infected patients.
RVU Information
CPT 87538 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 87538?
CPT 87538 (Hiv-2 probe & revrse trnscripj) is a Pathology & Lab code. Human immunodeficiency virus type 2 nucleic acid detection and quantification using probe technique combined with reverse transcriptase amplification.
Who uses CPT code 87538?
CPT 87538 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Immunology. Detects and quantifies HIV-2 ribonucleic acid for diagnosis and viral load assessment in HIV-2 infected patients.
When is CPT 87538 used?
Detects and quantifies HIV-2 ribonucleic acid for diagnosis and viral load assessment in HIV-2 infected patients.
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