jmark@igenex.com
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I'm currently working on coding for a culture testing on tick-borne illnesses.
I was unable to find a suitable CPT Code that best describe the technique and testing methodology our clinical laboratory uses for Culture Enhanced PCR.
CEPCR: In culturing, a clinical sample from the body (e.g. blood) is incubated in media. During this incubation period, micro-organisms in the sample grow and multiply. The sample is then tested by PCR to identify the pathogens.
Could anyone provide guidance on which CPT Code would be most appropriate for this procedure? Any insights or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
If nothing is listed, can I use unlisted service or procedure 87999 - Unlisted Microbiology Procedure.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
I was unable to find a suitable CPT Code that best describe the technique and testing methodology our clinical laboratory uses for Culture Enhanced PCR.
CEPCR: In culturing, a clinical sample from the body (e.g. blood) is incubated in media. During this incubation period, micro-organisms in the sample grow and multiply. The sample is then tested by PCR to identify the pathogens.
Could anyone provide guidance on which CPT Code would be most appropriate for this procedure? Any insights or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
If nothing is listed, can I use unlisted service or procedure 87999 - Unlisted Microbiology Procedure.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.