80408 Aldosterone suppression evaluation
Also known as: aldosterone suppression test, saline loading test
Aldosterone suppression evaluation panel including measurement of plasma aldosterone and renin during sodium loading or saline infusion.
In Plain Language
blood pressure hormone test
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate primary hyperaldosteronism and hypertension evaluation. Assesses aldosterone suppression with sodium loading.
RVU Information
CPT 80408 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 80408?
CPT 80408 (Aldosterone suppression evaluation) is a Pathology & Lab code. Aldosterone suppression evaluation panel including measurement of plasma aldosterone and renin during sodium loading or saline infusion.
Who uses CPT code 80408?
CPT 80408 is used by Endocrinology, Nephrology, Laboratory Medicine. Used to evaluate primary hyperaldosteronism and hypertension evaluation. Assesses aldosterone suppression with sodium loading.
When is CPT 80408 used?
Used to evaluate primary hyperaldosteronism and hypertension evaluation. Assesses aldosterone suppression with sodium loading.
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