Nuchal Translucency (NT)
Nuchal translucency (NT) is a diagnostic ultrasound for early genetic testing. It is performed between 11 and 13 weeks with the optimum time 11-12 weeks.
The ultrasound is done in conjunction with blood tests that have a higher level of accuracy than any previous testing available. Your doctor or midwife can explain in more detail the advantages of choosing these tests.
As with most NEW technology, these tests are not always covered by your insurance. The ultrasound performed by our technician and is billed to your insurance using CPT code 76813 at a cost of $250. You may want to check with your insurance prior to scheduling the procedure to confirm coverage. The blood tests will be submitted to GeneCare laboratory, and may also be covered by your insurance. You can contact GeneCare at 800-277-4363 to find out if they participate with your insurance compancy. The lab will bill you directly for any costs not covered by insurance.
If interested, please ask for more detailed information regarding genetic testing and the information it provides.
If your insurance does not cover the procedure, and your choose not to pay out of pocket for this new technology, the standard of care remains an AFP (alpha fetal protein) blood test done in the second trimester of pregnancy. The choice is yours.
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