80171 Drug screening quantitative gabapentin
Also known as: gabapentin level, Neurontin level
Laboratory quantitative drug screen for gabapentin to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in chronic pain and seizure management.
In Plain Language
gabapentin blood test; pain/seizure medication level
Clinical Context
Monitors gabapentin levels in neuropathic pain and seizure disorders; useful for dosing optimization and identifying non-compliance.
RVU Information
CPT 80171 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 80171?
CPT 80171 (Drug screening quantitative gabapentin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory quantitative drug screen for gabapentin to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in chronic pain and seizure management.
Who uses CPT code 80171?
CPT 80171 is used by Pathology, Neurology, Pain Management. Monitors gabapentin levels in neuropathic pain and seizure disorders; useful for dosing optimization and identifying non-compliance.
When is CPT 80171 used?
Monitors gabapentin levels in neuropathic pain and seizure disorders; useful for dosing optimization and identifying non-compliance.
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