87581 M.pneumon dna amp probe
Also known as: M. pneumoniae amplified test, atypical pneumonia amplified
Mycoplasma pneumoniae nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects respiratory mycoplasmal infection with enhanced sensitivity.
In Plain Language
Sensitive mycoplasma test; Amplified walking pneumonia detection
Clinical Context
Provides enhanced detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae for accurate diagnosis of respiratory mycoplasmal infection.
RVU Information
CPT 87581 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 87581?
CPT 87581 (M.pneumon dna amp probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Mycoplasma pneumoniae nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects respiratory mycoplasmal infection with enhanced sensitivity.
Who uses CPT code 87581?
CPT 87581 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Provides enhanced detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae for accurate diagnosis of respiratory mycoplasmal infection.
When is CPT 87581 used?
Provides enhanced detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae for accurate diagnosis of respiratory mycoplasmal infection.
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