82131 Amino acids single quantitative
Also known as: single amino acid quantitative, phenylalanine level, amino acid assay
Quantitative measurement of a single amino acid using chromatographic methods with specific numerical concentration results.
In Plain Language
amino acid level number; metabolism disorder test; genetic disease measurement
Clinical Context
Confirms and monitors specific amino acid disorders identified on screening; guides dietary therapy and determines treatment adequacy.
RVU Information
CPT 82131 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 82131?
CPT 82131 (Amino acids single quantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of a single amino acid using chromatographic methods with specific numerical concentration results.
Who uses CPT code 82131?
CPT 82131 is used by Pathology, Genetics, Pediatrics. Confirms and monitors specific amino acid disorders identified on screening; guides dietary therapy and determines treatment adequacy.
When is CPT 82131 used?
Confirms and monitors specific amino acid disorders identified on screening; guides dietary therapy and determines treatment adequacy.
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