3278F Serum lvls ca/ipth/lpd ord
Also known as: mineral metabolism lab ordering, renal disease workup documentation, parathyroid monitoring
Performance measure documenting that serum calcium, intact parathyroid hormone, and lipid panel were ordered and documented. Quality metric for appropriate laboratory monitoring in renal disease management.
In Plain Language
blood tests for kidney disease monitoring
Clinical Context
Quality measure for chronic kidney disease and renal patients, ensuring appropriate monitoring of mineral-bone metabolism and lipid status which impact cardiovascular and bone health outcomes.
RVU Information
CPT 3278F does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Documentation should include the clinical indication, service details, and any applicable performance metrics. Coverage may vary by payer — verify acceptance before billing.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 3278F?
CPT 3278F (Serum lvls ca/ipth/lpd ord) is a Other code. Performance measure documenting that serum calcium, intact parathyroid hormone, and lipid panel were ordered and documented. Quality metric for appropriate laboratory monitoring in renal disease management.
Who uses CPT code 3278F?
CPT 3278F is used by Nephrology, Internal Medicine, Quality Reporting. Quality measure for chronic kidney disease and renal patients, ensuring appropriate monitoring of mineral-bone metabolism and lipid status which impact cardiovascular and bone health outcomes.
When is CPT 3278F used?
Quality measure for chronic kidney disease and renal patients, ensuring appropriate monitoring of mineral-bone metabolism and lipid status which impact cardiovascular and bone health outcomes.
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