87550 Mycobacteria dna dir probe
Also known as: Mycobacterium test, acid-fast bacteria detection
Mycobacterium species nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies mycobacterial infection.
In Plain Language
Mycobacterium test; Tuberculosis-related bacteria detection
Clinical Context
Detects various Mycobacterium species including non-tuberculous mycobacteria in respiratory and other clinical specimens.
RVU Information
CPT 87550 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 87550?
CPT 87550 (Mycobacteria dna dir probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Mycobacterium species nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies mycobacterial infection.
Who uses CPT code 87550?
CPT 87550 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects various Mycobacterium species including non-tuberculous mycobacteria in respiratory and other clinical specimens.
When is CPT 87550 used?
Detects various Mycobacterium species including non-tuberculous mycobacteria in respiratory and other clinical specimens.
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