88240 Cell cryopreserve/storage
Also known as: cell cryo, cell storage
Cryopreservation and storage of cellular material.
In Plain Language
cell freezing and storage
Clinical Context
Cryogenic preservation of cultured cells and cellular material for future analysis.
RVU Information
CPT 88240 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 88240?
CPT 88240 (Cell cryopreserve/storage) is a Pathology & Lab code. Cryopreservation and storage of cellular material.
Who uses CPT code 88240?
CPT 88240 is used by cytogenetics, genetics, clinical pathology. Cryogenic preservation of cultured cells and cellular material for future analysis.
When is CPT 88240 used?
Cryogenic preservation of cultured cells and cellular material for future analysis.
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