88005 Autopsy (necropsy) gross
Also known as: autopsy gross limited
Gross pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen with limited organ dissection.
In Plain Language
limited autopsy examination
Clinical Context
Gross autopsy examination with limited dissection of selected organs for specific investigation.
RVU Information
CPT 88005 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 88005?
CPT 88005 (Autopsy (necropsy) gross) is a Pathology & Lab code. Gross pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen with limited organ dissection.
Who uses CPT code 88005?
CPT 88005 is used by pathology. Gross autopsy examination with limited dissection of selected organs for specific investigation.
When is CPT 88005 used?
Gross autopsy examination with limited dissection of selected organs for specific investigation.
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