87801 Detection agnt mult dna ampli
Also known as: Multiple pathogen amplified test, multiplex amplified not otherwise specified
Unspecified infectious agents (multiple) nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects multiple unspecified pathogens with amplification.
In Plain Language
Multiple infection amplified test; Multiplex pathogen amplified detection
Clinical Context
Used for amplified probe detection of multiple infectious agents not otherwise specified in standard test codes.
RVU Information
CPT 87801 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 87801?
CPT 87801 (Detection agnt mult dna ampli) is a Pathology & Lab code. Unspecified infectious agents (multiple) nucleic acid detection using amplified probe technique. Detects multiple unspecified pathogens with amplification.
Who uses CPT code 87801?
CPT 87801 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Microbiology. Used for amplified probe detection of multiple infectious agents not otherwise specified in standard test codes.
When is CPT 87801 used?
Used for amplified probe detection of multiple infectious agents not otherwise specified in standard test codes.
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