89050 Body fluid cell count
Also known as: body fluid cell count, fluid cell differential, body fluid differential
Microscopic examination and differential count of white and red blood cells in body fluid specimen (pleural, peritoneal, cerebrospinal fluid).
In Plain Language
fluid blood cell count; body fluid cell analysis
Clinical Context
Standard laboratory examination of body fluids for infection, malignancy, inflammation, or other pathologic processes.
RVU Information
CPT 89050 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 89050?
CPT 89050 (Body fluid cell count) is a Pathology & Lab code. Microscopic examination and differential count of white and red blood cells in body fluid specimen (pleural, peritoneal, cerebrospinal fluid).
Who uses CPT code 89050?
CPT 89050 is used by Laboratory, Pathology. Standard laboratory examination of body fluids for infection, malignancy, inflammation, or other pathologic processes.
When is CPT 89050 used?
Standard laboratory examination of body fluids for infection, malignancy, inflammation, or other pathologic processes.
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