80193 Drug assay leflunomide
Also known as: leflunomide level, Arava level
Laboratory quantitative drug assay for leflunomide to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in rheumatologic disease treatment.
In Plain Language
leflunomide blood test; arthritis medication level
Clinical Context
Monitors leflunomide (disease-modifying antirheumatic drug) levels in rheumatoid arthritis; helps optimize immunosuppressive effect.
RVU Information
CPT 80193 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 80193?
CPT 80193 (Drug assay leflunomide) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory quantitative drug assay for leflunomide to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in rheumatologic disease treatment.
Who uses CPT code 80193?
CPT 80193 is used by Pathology, Rheumatology, Clinical Pharmacology. Monitors leflunomide (disease-modifying antirheumatic drug) levels in rheumatoid arthritis; helps optimize immunosuppressive effect.
When is CPT 80193 used?
Monitors leflunomide (disease-modifying antirheumatic drug) levels in rheumatoid arthritis; helps optimize immunosuppressive effect.
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