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87910 Nfct agt gntyp alys cmv

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: CMV genotyping, CMV genetic analysis

Infectious agent genotypic analysis for cytomegalovirus.

In Plain Language

cytomegalovirus mutation detection

Clinical Context

Used to identify cytomegalovirus genotype and resistance mutations in immunocompromised patients.

RVU Information

CPT 87910 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

infectious diseasevirologyimmunology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87910?

CPT 87910 (Nfct agt gntyp alys cmv) is a Pathology & Lab code. Infectious agent genotypic analysis for cytomegalovirus.

Who uses CPT code 87910?

CPT 87910 is used by infectious disease, virology, immunology. Used to identify cytomegalovirus genotype and resistance mutations in immunocompromised patients.

When is CPT 87910 used?

Used to identify cytomegalovirus genotype and resistance mutations in immunocompromised patients.

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