88230 Tissue culture lymphocyte
Also known as: lymphocyte culture
Tissue culture establishment from lymphocyte specimen.
In Plain Language
white blood cell culture
Clinical Context
Establishment and maintenance of lymphocyte tissue culture for genetic studies.
RVU Information
CPT 88230 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 88230?
CPT 88230 (Tissue culture lymphocyte) is a Pathology & Lab code. Tissue culture establishment from lymphocyte specimen.
Who uses CPT code 88230?
CPT 88230 is used by cytogenetics, genetics, clinical pathology. Establishment and maintenance of lymphocyte tissue culture for genetic studies.
When is CPT 88230 used?
Establishment and maintenance of lymphocyte tissue culture for genetic studies.
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