80400 Acth stimulation panel
Also known as: ACTH stimulation test, cosyntropin test
Adrenocorticotropic hormone stimulation panel including baseline and stimulated cortisol measurements and other pituitary hormones.
In Plain Language
adrenal stress hormone test
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate adrenal insufficiency and assess adrenal cortex function. Essential in endocrinology for diagnosis of Addison disease.
RVU Information
CPT 80400 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 80400?
CPT 80400 (Acth stimulation panel) is a Pathology & Lab code. Adrenocorticotropic hormone stimulation panel including baseline and stimulated cortisol measurements and other pituitary hormones.
Who uses CPT code 80400?
CPT 80400 is used by Endocrinology, Laboratory Medicine, Internal Medicine. Used to evaluate adrenal insufficiency and assess adrenal cortex function. Essential in endocrinology for diagnosis of Addison disease.
When is CPT 80400 used?
Used to evaluate adrenal insufficiency and assess adrenal cortex function. Essential in endocrinology for diagnosis of Addison disease.
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