80197 Assay of tacrolimus
Also known as: tacrolimus level, Prograf level
Laboratory quantitative drug assay for tacrolimus to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in transplantation and immunosuppression.
In Plain Language
tacrolimus blood test; transplant medication level
Clinical Context
Monitors tacrolimus levels in transplant recipients; critical monitoring due to narrow therapeutic window and risk of rejection and toxicity.
RVU Information
CPT 80197 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 80197?
CPT 80197 (Assay of tacrolimus) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory quantitative drug assay for tacrolimus to assess serum level for therapeutic drug monitoring in transplantation and immunosuppression.
Who uses CPT code 80197?
CPT 80197 is used by Pathology, Transplant Surgery, Clinical Pharmacology. Monitors tacrolimus levels in transplant recipients; critical monitoring due to narrow therapeutic window and risk of rejection and toxicity.
When is CPT 80197 used?
Monitors tacrolimus levels in transplant recipients; critical monitoring due to narrow therapeutic window and risk of rejection and toxicity.
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