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87626 Hpv sep hi-rsk typ & pool rslt

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: HPV high-risk separate test, individual HPV genotypes

Human papillomavirus high-risk types nucleic acid detection with separate reporting of results. Detects individual high-risk HPV genotypes.

In Plain Language

HPV high-risk type separation test; Individual cervical cancer HPV types

Clinical Context

Detects high-risk HPV types with separate identification of each genotype for precise cervical cancer risk stratification.

RVU Information

CPT 87626 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

PathologyObstetrics/GynecologyOncology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87626?

CPT 87626 (Hpv sep hi-rsk typ & pool rslt) is a Pathology & Lab code. Human papillomavirus high-risk types nucleic acid detection with separate reporting of results. Detects individual high-risk HPV genotypes.

Who uses CPT code 87626?

CPT 87626 is used by Pathology, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Oncology. Detects high-risk HPV types with separate identification of each genotype for precise cervical cancer risk stratification.

When is CPT 87626 used?

Detects high-risk HPV types with separate identification of each genotype for precise cervical cancer risk stratification.

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