88036 Limited autopsy
Also known as: limited autopsy
Limited pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen.
In Plain Language
partial autopsy examination
Clinical Context
Autopsy examination limited to specific organs or body regions as directed by clinical indication.
RVU Information
CPT 88036 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 88036?
CPT 88036 (Limited autopsy) is a Pathology & Lab code. Limited pathological examination and dissection of autopsy specimen.
Who uses CPT code 88036?
CPT 88036 is used by pathology. Autopsy examination limited to specific organs or body regions as directed by clinical indication.
When is CPT 88036 used?
Autopsy examination limited to specific organs or body regions as directed by clinical indication.
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