Identification by Nucleic Acid Sequencing Cost Comparison

87153 (CPT)

Cash prices (without insurance) for Identification by Nucleic Acid Sequencing (CPT 87153) range from $255 to $255 across 1 hospitals in 1 state. The national average cash price is $255.

This test identifies microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, or fungi by analyzing their genetic material (DNA or RNA) rather than using traditional culture methods. Your doctor might order this test when they need to quickly identify what infection you have so they can start appropriate treatment, or when standard testing methods haven't provided clear results. During the procedure, a sample is taken from the area of concern (such as blood, saliva, or tissue), sent to a laboratory where technicians analyze its genetic sequences to identify the specific organism present.