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88167 Cytopath tbs c/v select

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: TBS select

Cytopathology cervical or vaginal thin layer specimen with selective cellular analysis.

In Plain Language

liquid cervical selective cell review

Clinical Context

Selective microscopic analysis of specific cell populations in thin layer cervical specimens.

RVU Information

CPT 88167 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 88167?

CPT 88167 (Cytopath tbs c/v select) is a Pathology & Lab code. Cytopathology cervical or vaginal thin layer specimen with selective cellular analysis.

Who uses CPT code 88167?

CPT 88167 is used by cytopathology, gynecology. Selective microscopic analysis of specific cell populations in thin layer cervical specimens.

When is CPT 88167 used?

Selective microscopic analysis of specific cell populations in thin layer cervical specimens.

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