CPT procedure code
CPT 87186: Susceptibility testing, antimicrobial, minimum inhibitory concentration
Procedure code with common scenarios, denial patterns, and appeal guidance.
Code
87186
Category
pathology
Common scenarios
- MIC sensitivity
- MIC susceptibility
Common denial patterns
- Missing PA where required
- Wrong POS or modifier
Frequently asked questions
What is CPT 87186?
Susceptibility testing, antimicrobial, minimum inhibitory concentration
When is it typically billed?
MIC sensitivity; MIC susceptibility.
What are common denial reasons?
Missing PA where required; Wrong POS or modifier.
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