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87636 Sarscov2 & inferior a & b amp prb

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: COVID-19 and influenza multiplex, SARS-CoV-2/flu combo test

SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A and B nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Multiplex respiratory pathogen test.

In Plain Language

COVID-19 and flu combined test; Combined respiratory infection detection

Clinical Context

Detects SARS-CoV-2, influenza A, and influenza B viruses simultaneously in respiratory specimens for comprehensive respiratory diagnosis.

RVU Information

CPT 87636 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 87636?

CPT 87636 (Sarscov2 & inferior a & b amp prb) is a Pathology & Lab code. SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A and B nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Multiplex respiratory pathogen test.

Who uses CPT code 87636?

CPT 87636 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects SARS-CoV-2, influenza A, and influenza B viruses simultaneously in respiratory specimens for comprehensive respiratory diagnosis.

When is CPT 87636 used?

Detects SARS-CoV-2, influenza A, and influenza B viruses simultaneously in respiratory specimens for comprehensive respiratory diagnosis.

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