89272 Extended culture of oocytes
Also known as: extended culture of oocytes, blastocyst culture
Extended culture of oocytes or embryos beyond 4 days for advanced developmental assessment in assisted reproduction.
In Plain Language
longer egg/embryo growing time; extended embryo development
Clinical Context
Prolonged culture to allow embryos to develop to blastocyst stage for improved selection and implantation potential.
RVU Information
CPT 89272 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 89272?
CPT 89272 (Extended culture of oocytes) is a Pathology & Lab code. Extended culture of oocytes or embryos beyond 4 days for advanced developmental assessment in assisted reproduction.
Who uses CPT code 89272?
CPT 89272 is used by Reproductive Laboratory, Infertility. Prolonged culture to allow embryos to develop to blastocyst stage for improved selection and implantation potential.
When is CPT 89272 used?
Prolonged culture to allow embryos to develop to blastocyst stage for improved selection and implantation potential.
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