88321 Consltj & reprt sld prep elswr
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.
In Plain Language
second opinion on biopsy slides; specialist review of pathology
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 |
| Total RVU | 1.59 |
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 1.59, this code ranks in the 91st percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 2.4x the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88321?
CPT 88321 (Consltj & reprt sld prep elswr) is a Pathology & Lab code. Pathology consultation and report generation for slides prepared elsewhere, including review of materials and diagnostic interpretation.
Who uses CPT code 88321?
CPT 88321 is used by Pathology, Consultation. Use when pathologist reviews and interprets slides prepared at another facility and generates an independent diagnostic report.
When is CPT 88321 used?
Use when pathologist reviews and interprets slides prepared at another facility and generates an independent diagnostic report.
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