88300 Surgical path gross
Also known as: surgical path gross, gross pathology exam, gross examination
Gross pathology examination and documentation of surgical specimen(s) including tissue description, measurement, and macroscopic assessment.
In Plain Language
tissue examination with naked eye; macroscopic specimen review
Clinical Context
Standard procedure performed on all surgical specimens to visually assess tissue characteristics, color, texture, and suspicious areas before microscopic examination.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.08 |
| Total RVU | 0.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.08, this code ranks in the 1st percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 8.4x below the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88300?
CPT 88300 (Surgical path gross) is a Pathology & Lab code. Gross pathology examination and documentation of surgical specimen(s) including tissue description, measurement, and macroscopic assessment.
Who uses CPT code 88300?
CPT 88300 is used by Surgical Pathology, Pathology, Laboratory. Standard procedure performed on all surgical specimens to visually assess tissue characteristics, color, texture, and suspicious areas before microscopic examination.
When is CPT 88300 used?
Standard procedure performed on all surgical specimens to visually assess tissue characteristics, color, texture, and suspicious areas before microscopic examination.
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