88356 Analysis nerve
Also known as: morphometric analysis nerve, nerve fiber analysis
Morphometric and photometric analysis of nerve tissue including axon count, fiber size distribution, and myelin thickness measurement.
In Plain Language
nerve fiber measurement and analysis; detailed nerve tissue examination
Clinical Context
Used in diagnosis of peripheral neuropathies, demyelinating diseases, and other neurologic conditions requiring quantitative nerve analysis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.73 |
| Total RVU | 2.73 |
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 2.73, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 4.0x the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88356?
CPT 88356 (Analysis nerve) is a Pathology & Lab code. Morphometric and photometric analysis of nerve tissue including axon count, fiber size distribution, and myelin thickness measurement.
Who uses CPT code 88356?
CPT 88356 is used by Pathology, Neuropathology. Used in diagnosis of peripheral neuropathies, demyelinating diseases, and other neurologic conditions requiring quantitative nerve analysis.
When is CPT 88356 used?
Used in diagnosis of peripheral neuropathies, demyelinating diseases, and other neurologic conditions requiring quantitative nerve analysis.
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