87562 M.avium-intra dna quantitative
Also known as: MAC quantitative test, Mycobacterium avium load
Mycobacterium avium complex nucleic acid quantification using real-time polymerase chain reaction or similar quantitative technique. Measures MAC bacterial load.
In Plain Language
MAC count test; Mycobacterium avium level measurement
Clinical Context
Quantifies Mycobacterium avium complex burden to monitor response to prophylaxis and therapy in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients.
RVU Information
CPT 87562 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 87562?
CPT 87562 (M.avium-intra dna quantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Mycobacterium avium complex nucleic acid quantification using real-time polymerase chain reaction or similar quantitative technique. Measures MAC bacterial load.
Who uses CPT code 87562?
CPT 87562 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Quantifies Mycobacterium avium complex burden to monitor response to prophylaxis and therapy in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients.
When is CPT 87562 used?
Quantifies Mycobacterium avium complex burden to monitor response to prophylaxis and therapy in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients.
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