87640 Staph a dna amp probe
Also known as: Staph aureus test, MRSA screening
Staphylococcus aureus nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects staph infection.
In Plain Language
Staph infection test; Methicillin-sensitive staph detection
Clinical Context
Detects Staphylococcus aureus in blood, tissue, and other specimens for diagnosis of staph infections.
RVU Information
CPT 87640 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 87640?
CPT 87640 (Staph a dna amp probe) is a Pathology & Lab code. Staphylococcus aureus nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects staph infection.
Who uses CPT code 87640?
CPT 87640 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Detects Staphylococcus aureus in blood, tissue, and other specimens for diagnosis of staph infections.
When is CPT 87640 used?
Detects Staphylococcus aureus in blood, tissue, and other specimens for diagnosis of staph infections.
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