87590 N.gonorrhoeae dna dir prob
Also known as: Gonorrhea test, GC test
Neisseria gonorrhoeae nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies gonococcal infection.
In Plain Language
Gonorrhea screening test; Sexually transmitted infection detection
Clinical Context
Detects Neisseria gonorrhoeae in urethral, cervical, rectal, pharyngeal, and other specimens for diagnosis of gonorrhea.
RVU Information
CPT 87590 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 87590?
CPT 87590 (N.gonorrhoeae dna dir prob) is a Pathology & Lab code. Neisseria gonorrhoeae nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies gonococcal infection.
Who uses CPT code 87590?
CPT 87590 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects Neisseria gonorrhoeae in urethral, cervical, rectal, pharyngeal, and other specimens for diagnosis of gonorrhea.
When is CPT 87590 used?
Detects Neisseria gonorrhoeae in urethral, cervical, rectal, pharyngeal, and other specimens for diagnosis of gonorrhea.
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