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87913 Nfct agt gntyp alys sarscov2

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: SARS-CoV-2 genotype, COVID genomics

Infectious agent genotypic analysis for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2.

In Plain Language

COVID-19 variant testing; coronavirus mutation detection

Clinical Context

Used to determine SARS-CoV-2 genotype and variant status for epidemiological tracking and treatment considerations.

RVU Information

CPT 87913 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 diseasevirologypublic health

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 87913?

CPT 87913 (Nfct agt gntyp alys sarscov2) is a Pathology & Lab code. Infectious agent genotypic analysis for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2.

Who uses CPT code 87913?

CPT 87913 is used by infectious disease, virology, public health. Used to determine SARS-CoV-2 genotype and variant status for epidemiological tracking and treatment considerations.

When is CPT 87913 used?

Used to determine SARS-CoV-2 genotype and variant status for epidemiological tracking and treatment considerations.

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