87904 Phenotype dna hiv with clt add
Also known as: HIV phenotype add-on
Infectious agent phenotypic drug susceptibility testing of human immunodeficiency virus with cell culture as add-on service.
In Plain Language
additional HIV drug sensitivity testing
Clinical Context
Add-on service for extended phenotypic analysis of HIV drug susceptibility in cell culture when initial testing indicates complexity.
RVU Information
CPT 87904 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 87904?
CPT 87904 (Phenotype dna hiv with clt add) is a Pathology & Lab code. Infectious agent phenotypic drug susceptibility testing of human immunodeficiency virus with cell culture as add-on service.
Who uses CPT code 87904?
CPT 87904 is used by infectious disease, virology. Add-on service for extended phenotypic analysis of HIV drug susceptibility in cell culture when initial testing indicates complexity.
When is CPT 87904 used?
Add-on service for extended phenotypic analysis of HIV drug susceptibility in cell culture when initial testing indicates complexity.
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