82105 Alpha-fetoprotein serum
Also known as: serum AFP, alpha-fetoprotein, cancer tumor marker
Immunoassay measurement of alpha-fetoprotein in serum used for prenatal screening and hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance.
In Plain Language
birth defect screening test; liver cancer marker; fetal abnormality test
Clinical Context
Elevated in hepatocellular carcinoma, germ cell tumors, and neural tube defects; serial measurements track tumor burden and treatment response.
RVU Information
CPT 82105 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 82105?
CPT 82105 (Alpha-fetoprotein serum) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay measurement of alpha-fetoprotein in serum used for prenatal screening and hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance.
Who uses CPT code 82105?
CPT 82105 is used by Pathology, Oncology, Obstetrics. Elevated in hepatocellular carcinoma, germ cell tumors, and neural tube defects; serial measurements track tumor burden and treatment response.
When is CPT 82105 used?
Elevated in hepatocellular carcinoma, germ cell tumors, and neural tube defects; serial measurements track tumor burden and treatment response.
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