88362 Nerve teasing preparations
Also known as: nerve teasing preparations, nerve fiber teasing
Nerve tissue teasing and preparation technique to separate individual nerve fibers for morphologic examination and diagnosis.
In Plain Language
separating nerve fibers for examination; nerve fiber preparation
Clinical Context
Used in neuropathology to prepare and examine individual nerve fibers for assessment of axonal changes and myelin abnormalities.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.12 |
| Total RVU | 2.12 |
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 2.12, this code ranks in the 97th percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 3.1x the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88362?
CPT 88362 (Nerve teasing preparations) is a Pathology & Lab code. Nerve tissue teasing and preparation technique to separate individual nerve fibers for morphologic examination and diagnosis.
Who uses CPT code 88362?
CPT 88362 is used by Pathology, Neuropathology. Used in neuropathology to prepare and examine individual nerve fibers for assessment of axonal changes and myelin abnormalities.
When is CPT 88362 used?
Used in neuropathology to prepare and examine individual nerve fibers for assessment of axonal changes and myelin abnormalities.
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