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88165 Cytopath tbs c/v redo

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: TBS redo, liquid pap redo manual

Cytopathology cervical or vaginal thin layer specimen preparation with manual screening redo.

In Plain Language

liquid cervical test manual redo

Clinical Context

Repeat manual screening of thin layer cervical cytology specimens.

RVU Information

CPT 88165 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

cytopathologygynecology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 88165?

CPT 88165 (Cytopath tbs c/v redo) is a Pathology & Lab code. Cytopathology cervical or vaginal thin layer specimen preparation with manual screening redo.

Who uses CPT code 88165?

CPT 88165 is used by cytopathology, gynecology. Repeat manual screening of thin layer cervical cytology specimens.

When is CPT 88165 used?

Repeat manual screening of thin layer cervical cytology specimens.

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