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87912 Nfct agt gntyp alys hep b

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: HBV genotyping, hepatitis B genotype

Infectious agent genotypic analysis for hepatitis B virus.

In Plain Language

hepatitis B virus type detection; HBV mutation testing

Clinical Context

Used to determine hepatitis B virus genotype which informs treatment decisions and predicts disease severity.

RVU Information

CPT 87912 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 diseasevirologygastroenterology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87912?

CPT 87912 (Nfct agt gntyp alys hep b) is a Pathology & Lab code. Infectious agent genotypic analysis for hepatitis B virus.

Who uses CPT code 87912?

CPT 87912 is used by infectious disease, virology, gastroenterology. Used to determine hepatitis B virus genotype which informs treatment decisions and predicts disease severity.

When is CPT 87912 used?

Used to determine hepatitis B virus genotype which informs treatment decisions and predicts disease severity.

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