87635 Sars-cov-2 covid-19 amp prb
Also known as: COVID-19 test, SARS-CoV-2 amplified, coronavirus test
SARS-CoV-2 (coronavirus disease 2019) nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects COVID-19 infection.
In Plain Language
COVID-19 test; Coronavirus infection detection
Clinical Context
Detects SARS-CoV-2 viral nucleic acid in respiratory or other specimens for diagnosis of coronavirus disease 2019.
RVU Information
CPT 87635 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 87635?
CPT 87635 (Sars-cov-2 covid-19 amp prb) is a Pathology & Lab code. SARS-CoV-2 (coronavirus disease 2019) nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects COVID-19 infection.
Who uses CPT code 87635?
CPT 87635 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects SARS-CoV-2 viral nucleic acid in respiratory or other specimens for diagnosis of coronavirus disease 2019.
When is CPT 87635 used?
Detects SARS-CoV-2 viral nucleic acid in respiratory or other specimens for diagnosis of coronavirus disease 2019.
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