80327 Anabolic steroid 1 or 2
Also known as: anabolic steroid screen, steroid assay
Drug screen, anabolic steroids, one or two agents. Detects anabolic steroid use including testosterone and synthetic anabolic agents.
In Plain Language
muscle-building drug test
Clinical Context
Used in sports medicine, workplace testing, and clinical evaluation for illicit steroid use. Important in competitive athletics and doping control.
RVU Information
CPT 80327 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 80327?
CPT 80327 (Anabolic steroid 1 or 2) is a Pathology & Lab code. Drug screen, anabolic steroids, one or two agents. Detects anabolic steroid use including testosterone and synthetic anabolic agents.
Who uses CPT code 80327?
CPT 80327 is used by Toxicology, Sports Medicine, Occupational Health. Used in sports medicine, workplace testing, and clinical evaluation for illicit steroid use. Important in competitive athletics and doping control.
When is CPT 80327 used?
Used in sports medicine, workplace testing, and clinical evaluation for illicit steroid use. Important in competitive athletics and doping control.
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