88007 Autopsy (necropsy) gross
Also known as: autopsy gross selective
Gross pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen with selective organ dissection.
In Plain Language
selective organ autopsy examination
Clinical Context
Gross autopsy examination with selective dissection of organs based on clinical indication.
RVU Information
CPT 88007 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 88007?
CPT 88007 (Autopsy (necropsy) gross) is a Pathology & Lab code. Gross pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen with selective organ dissection.
Who uses CPT code 88007?
CPT 88007 is used by pathology. Gross autopsy examination with selective dissection of organs based on clinical indication.
When is CPT 88007 used?
Gross autopsy examination with selective dissection of organs based on clinical indication.
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