80055 Obstetric panel
Also known as: obstetric panel, prenatal panel
Laboratory obstetric panel measuring glucose, protein, and other markers relevant to pregnancy monitoring and fetal wellbeing assessment.
In Plain Language
pregnancy screening test; prenatal blood panel
Clinical Context
Focused laboratory testing for pregnant patients to screen for gestational diabetes, preeclampsia risk, and other pregnancy-related conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 80055 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Lab and pathology codes require an order from the treating provider with clinical indication. For molecular pathology and genetic testing, document the specific analytes tested and clinical rationale.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 80055?
CPT 80055 (Obstetric panel) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory obstetric panel measuring glucose, protein, and other markers relevant to pregnancy monitoring and fetal wellbeing assessment.
Who uses CPT code 80055?
CPT 80055 is used by Pathology, Obstetrics, Primary Care. Focused laboratory testing for pregnant patients to screen for gestational diabetes, preeclampsia risk, and other pregnancy-related conditions.
When is CPT 80055 used?
Focused laboratory testing for pregnant patients to screen for gestational diabetes, preeclampsia risk, and other pregnancy-related conditions.
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