88099 Unlisted necropsy (autopsy)
Also known as: unlisted autopsy
Unlisted necropsy procedure.
In Plain Language
other autopsy examination
Clinical Context
Autopsy procedure not covered by more specific codes.
RVU Information
CPT 88099 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 88099?
CPT 88099 (Unlisted necropsy (autopsy)) is a Pathology & Lab code. Unlisted necropsy procedure.
Who uses CPT code 88099?
CPT 88099 is used by pathology. Autopsy procedure not covered by more specific codes.
When is CPT 88099 used?
Autopsy procedure not covered by more specific codes.
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