CPT® Code 0847T

Add-On Code

Digitization of glass microscope slides for examination and selection of retrieved archival (ie, previously diagnosed) tissue(s) for molecular analysis (eg, KRAS mutational analysis) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

The CPT® Code 0847T refers to the process of digitizing glass microscope slides, which involves converting physical slides into a digital format suitable for examination and analysis. This procedure is particularly significant for the retrieval of archival tissues that have already been diagnosed, allowing for further molecular analysis, such as KRAS mutational analysis. The digitization process entails scanning the glass slides to create high-resolution images that can be stored either on a local computer server or in a cloud-based archive. This digital transformation facilitates remote examination by pathologists, enabling them to analyze the slides without being physically present. Additionally, the use of computer algorithms can assist in providing pathologic diagnoses, offering a modern approach that enhances traditional methods of direct visualization through a microscope. The information obtained from these digital images can be effectively managed and interpreted within an evolving image-based environment, thereby improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. It is important to note that CPT® Code 0847T should be reported separately in conjunction with the primary procedure code for slide preparation, emphasizing its role as an adjunctive service in the overall diagnostic process.