87541 Legion pneumo dna amp prob
Also known as: Legionella pneumophila amplified test, legionellosis amplified detection
Legionella pneumophila nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects Legionella infection with enhanced sensitivity.
In Plain Language
Sensitive Legionnaire's disease test; Amplified water-borne bacteria detection
Clinical Context
Provides enhanced detection of Legionella pneumophila for diagnosis of legionellosis in hospitalized patients and community-acquired pneumonia.
RVU Information
CPT 87541 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 87541?
CPT 87541 (Legion pneumo dna amp prob) is a Pathology & Lab code. Legionella pneumophila nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects Legionella infection with enhanced sensitivity.
Who uses CPT code 87541?
CPT 87541 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Provides enhanced detection of Legionella pneumophila for diagnosis of legionellosis in hospitalized patients and community-acquired pneumonia.
When is CPT 87541 used?
Provides enhanced detection of Legionella pneumophila for diagnosis of legionellosis in hospitalized patients and community-acquired pneumonia.
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