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88355 M/phmtrc alys skeletal muscle

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: morphometric analysis skeletal muscle, muscle fiber analysis

Morphometric and photometric analysis of skeletal muscle tissue including fiber type identification, size, and pathologic changes.

Clinical Context

Used in diagnosis of muscular dystrophies, inflammatory myopathies, and other neuromuscular disorders requiring quantitative muscle analysis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.80
Practice Expense RVU2.37
Malpractice RVU0.03
Total RVU4.20

Est. Medicare Payment

$140.28

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

PathologyNeuropathology

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