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87634 Rsv dna/rna amp probe

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: RSV test, respiratory syncytial virus detection

Respiratory syncytial virus nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects RSV infection.

In Plain Language

Respiratory syncytial virus test; RSV infection detection

Clinical Context

Detects respiratory syncytial virus in respiratory specimens during respiratory illness. Common in infants and elderly patients.

RVU Information

CPT 87634 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

PathologyInfectious DiseaseClinical Microbiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87634?

CPT 87634 (Rsv dna/rna amp probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Respiratory syncytial virus nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects RSV infection.

Who uses CPT code 87634?

CPT 87634 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects respiratory syncytial virus in respiratory specimens during respiratory illness. Common in infants and elderly patients.

When is CPT 87634 used?

Detects respiratory syncytial virus in respiratory specimens during respiratory illness. Common in infants and elderly patients.

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