88321 Consltj & reprt sld prep elswr
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: consult and report for slides prepared elsewhere, slide consult
Pathology consultation and report generation for slides prepared elsewhere, including review of materials and diagnostic interpretation.
Clinical Context
Use when pathologist reviews and interprets slides prepared at another facility and generates an independent diagnostic report.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.59 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.15 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.07 |
| Total RVU | 2.81 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$93.85
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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