88377 M/phmtrc alys ishquant/semiq
Also known as: morphometric in situ hybridization comprehensive, comprehensive ISH analysis
Morphometric and photometric analysis of in situ hybridization with comprehensive quantitative assessment across multiple areas.
In Plain Language
extensive genetic probe measurement; detailed chromosome analysis
Clinical Context
Comprehensive quantitative morphometric assessment of in situ hybridization across multiple tissue areas for accurate gene quantitation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.37 |
| Total RVU | 1.37 |
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 1.37, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Pathology & Lab codes — 2.0x the median (0.68). The highest wRVU in this category is 2.78.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88377?
CPT 88377 (M/phmtrc alys ishquant/semiq) is a Pathology & Lab code. Morphometric and photometric analysis of in situ hybridization with comprehensive quantitative assessment across multiple areas.
Who uses CPT code 88377?
CPT 88377 is used by Pathology, Molecular Pathology. Comprehensive quantitative morphometric assessment of in situ hybridization across multiple tissue areas for accurate gene quantitation.
When is CPT 88377 used?
Comprehensive quantitative morphometric assessment of in situ hybridization across multiple tissue areas for accurate gene quantitation.
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