88720 Bilirubin total transcut
Also known as: bilirubin total transcutaneous, transcutaneous bilirubin, transcutaneous hyperbilirubinemia screening
Noninvasive transcutaneous measurement of total bilirubin concentration using spectrophotometric or similar technology.
In Plain Language
yellow jaundice measure through skin; skin bilirubin test
Clinical Context
Rapid, noninvasive screening for hyperbilirubinemia in newborns and patients; commonly used in neonatal settings.
RVU Information
CPT 88720 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 88720?
CPT 88720 (Bilirubin total transcut) is a Pathology & Lab code. Noninvasive transcutaneous measurement of total bilirubin concentration using spectrophotometric or similar technology.
Who uses CPT code 88720?
CPT 88720 is used by Laboratory, Pediatrics. Rapid, noninvasive screening for hyperbilirubinemia in newborns and patients; commonly used in neonatal settings.
When is CPT 88720 used?
Rapid, noninvasive screening for hyperbilirubinemia in newborns and patients; commonly used in neonatal settings.
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