88323 Consltj & reprt matrl prep sld
Also known as: consult with material preparation and report, consult with tissue prep
Pathology consultation and report generation when pathologist performs additional tissue preparation and assessment of slides prepared elsewhere.
In Plain Language
second opinion with additional testing; pathology review and processing
Clinical Context
Use when consultation requires additional tissue preparation, staining, or processing of materials received from another laboratory.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.78 |
| Total RVU | 1.78 |
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 1.78, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 2.6x the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88323?
CPT 88323 (Consltj & reprt matrl prep sld) is a Pathology & Lab code. Pathology consultation and report generation when pathologist performs additional tissue preparation and assessment of slides prepared elsewhere.
Who uses CPT code 88323?
CPT 88323 is used by Pathology, Consultation. Use when consultation requires additional tissue preparation, staining, or processing of materials received from another laboratory.
When is CPT 88323 used?
Use when consultation requires additional tissue preparation, staining, or processing of materials received from another laboratory.
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