88399 Unlisted surgical path procedures
Also known as: unlisted surgical path procedure, pathology unlisted
Reporting code for unlisted surgical pathology procedures or services not elsewhere classified in the pathology section.
In Plain Language
special pathology test not listed; custom pathology service
Clinical Context
Use for specialized surgical pathology procedures not fitting standard CPT codes; requires detailed documentation of the service provided.
RVU Information
CPT 88399 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 88399?
CPT 88399 (Unlisted surgical path procedures) is a Pathology & Lab code. Reporting code for unlisted surgical pathology procedures or services not elsewhere classified in the pathology section.
Who uses CPT code 88399?
CPT 88399 is used by Surgical Pathology. Use for specialized surgical pathology procedures not fitting standard CPT codes; requires detailed documentation of the service provided.
When is CPT 88399 used?
Use for specialized surgical pathology procedures not fitting standard CPT codes; requires detailed documentation of the service provided.
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