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87905 Ia nzmtc actv oth/thn virus

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: nucleic acid probe, DNA probe analysis

Infectious agent nucleic acid probe analysis of infectious agent other than virus identification.

In Plain Language

genetic material probe test

Clinical Context

Used for detection and identification of various infectious agents using nucleic acid probe technology.

RVU Information

CPT 87905 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

clinical pathologymicrobiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87905?

CPT 87905 (Ia nzmtc actv oth/thn virus) is a Pathology & Lab code. Infectious agent nucleic acid probe analysis of infectious agent other than virus identification.

Who uses CPT code 87905?

CPT 87905 is used by clinical pathology, microbiology. Used for detection and identification of various infectious agents using nucleic acid probe technology.

When is CPT 87905 used?

Used for detection and identification of various infectious agents using nucleic acid probe technology.

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