82128 Amino acids mult qualitative
Also known as: amino acid profile screen, amino acid qualitative panel, newborn screening
Qualitative identification of multiple amino acids using chromatographic methods without numerical quantification.
In Plain Language
amino acid level test; metabolic panel screening; genetic disease screening
Clinical Context
Expanded newborn screening detects amino acid disorders including phenylketonuria, maple syrup urine disease, and other aminoacidopathies.
RVU Information
CPT 82128 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 82128?
CPT 82128 (Amino acids mult qualitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Qualitative identification of multiple amino acids using chromatographic methods without numerical quantification.
Who uses CPT code 82128?
CPT 82128 is used by Pathology, Genetics, Pediatrics. Expanded newborn screening detects amino acid disorders including phenylketonuria, maple syrup urine disease, and other aminoacidopathies.
When is CPT 82128 used?
Expanded newborn screening detects amino acid disorders including phenylketonuria, maple syrup urine disease, and other aminoacidopathies.
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