88012 Autopsy (necropsy) gross
Also known as: autopsy gross extremity
Gross pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen with extremity dissection.
In Plain Language
extremity autopsy examination
Clinical Context
Gross autopsy examination including dissection and examination of upper and lower extremities.
RVU Information
CPT 88012 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 88012?
CPT 88012 (Autopsy (necropsy) gross) is a Pathology & Lab code. Gross pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen with extremity dissection.
Who uses CPT code 88012?
CPT 88012 is used by pathology, forensic pathology. Gross autopsy examination including dissection and examination of upper and lower extremities.
When is CPT 88012 used?
Gross autopsy examination including dissection and examination of upper and lower extremities.
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