80189 Drug assay itraconazole
Also known as: itraconazole level, antifungal level
Laboratory quantitative drug assay for itraconazole to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in serious fungal infection treatment.
In Plain Language
itraconazole blood test; fungal infection medication level
Clinical Context
Monitors itraconazole levels in serious fungal infections including aspergillosis and candidiasis; therapeutic drug monitoring optimizes outcomes.
RVU Information
CPT 80189 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 80189?
CPT 80189 (Drug assay itraconazole) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory quantitative drug assay for itraconazole to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in serious fungal infection treatment.
Who uses CPT code 80189?
CPT 80189 is used by Pathology, Infectious Disease, Clinical Pharmacology. Monitors itraconazole levels in serious fungal infections including aspergillosis and candidiasis; therapeutic drug monitoring optimizes outcomes.
When is CPT 80189 used?
Monitors itraconazole levels in serious fungal infections including aspergillosis and candidiasis; therapeutic drug monitoring optimizes outcomes.
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