82139 Amino acids quan 6 or more
Also known as: comprehensive amino acid panel, amino acid profile complete, 6+ amino acid panel
Quantitative measurement of 6 or more amino acids using chromatographic methods with detailed concentration analysis.
In Plain Language
complete amino acid test; full metabolism panel; comprehensive genetic disease screening
Clinical Context
Complete amino acid profiling for diagnosis of multiple metabolic disorders; distinguishes various aminoacidopathies and organic acidemias.
RVU Information
CPT 82139 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 82139?
CPT 82139 (Amino acids quan 6 or more) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of 6 or more amino acids using chromatographic methods with detailed concentration analysis.
Who uses CPT code 82139?
CPT 82139 is used by Pathology, Genetics, Pediatrics. Complete amino acid profiling for diagnosis of multiple metabolic disorders; distinguishes various aminoacidopathies and organic acidemias.
When is CPT 82139 used?
Complete amino acid profiling for diagnosis of multiple metabolic disorders; distinguishes various aminoacidopathies and organic acidemias.
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