87803 Clostridium toxin a with optic
Also known as: C. difficile toxin immunoassay, CDI toxin optical test
Clostridioides difficile toxin A (formerly Clostridium difficile) immunoassay with optical detection. Detects toxin production.
In Plain Language
C. difficile toxin test; CDI toxin light-based detection
Clinical Context
Detects Clostridioides difficile toxin A using optical immunoassay for diagnosis of pseudomembranous colitis.
RVU Information
CPT 87803 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 87803?
CPT 87803 (Clostridium toxin a with optic) is a Pathology & Lab code. Clostridioides difficile toxin A (formerly Clostridium difficile) immunoassay with optical detection. Detects toxin production.
Who uses CPT code 87803?
CPT 87803 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Gastroenterology. Detects Clostridioides difficile toxin A using optical immunoassay for diagnosis of pseudomembranous colitis.
When is CPT 87803 used?
Detects Clostridioides difficile toxin A using optical immunoassay for diagnosis of pseudomembranous colitis.
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