80418 Pituitary evaluation panel
Also known as: pituitary hormone panel, anterior pituitary screen
Pituitary evaluation panel measuring multiple pituitary hormones including growth hormone, prolactin, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and gonadotropins.
In Plain Language
brain hormone test
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate pituitary function disorders, hypopituitarism, and pituitary dysfunction in various endocrine conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 80418 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 80418?
CPT 80418 (Pituitary evaluation panel) is a Pathology & Lab code. Pituitary evaluation panel measuring multiple pituitary hormones including growth hormone, prolactin, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and gonadotropins.
Who uses CPT code 80418?
CPT 80418 is used by Endocrinology, Neurology, Laboratory Medicine. Used to evaluate pituitary function disorders, hypopituitarism, and pituitary dysfunction in various endocrine conditions.
When is CPT 80418 used?
Used to evaluate pituitary function disorders, hypopituitarism, and pituitary dysfunction in various endocrine conditions.
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