82120 Amines vaginal fluid qualitative
Also known as: vaginal amine test, whiff test, BV screening
Qualitative detection of amines in vaginal fluid using chromatographic or biochemical methods to assess bacterial vaginosis.
In Plain Language
vaginal infection test; bacterial vaginosis screening; odor test
Clinical Context
Component of Amsel criteria for bacterial vaginosis diagnosis; putrid odor when potassium hydroxide added indicates elevated amines.
RVU Information
CPT 82120 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 82120?
CPT 82120 (Amines vaginal fluid qualitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Qualitative detection of amines in vaginal fluid using chromatographic or biochemical methods to assess bacterial vaginosis.
Who uses CPT code 82120?
CPT 82120 is used by Pathology, Obstetrics, Internal Medicine. Component of Amsel criteria for bacterial vaginosis diagnosis; putrid odor when potassium hydroxide added indicates elevated amines.
When is CPT 82120 used?
Component of Amsel criteria for bacterial vaginosis diagnosis; putrid odor when potassium hydroxide added indicates elevated amines.
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