82150 Assay of amylase
Also known as: serum amylase, amylase level, pancreatitis enzyme
Enzymatic assay measuring amylase activity in serum to evaluate pancreatic inflammation and salivary gland disorders.
In Plain Language
pancreas enzyme test; pancreatitis test; digestive enzyme check
Clinical Context
Elevated in acute pancreatitis, salivary gland disease, and ruptured ectopic pregnancy; returns to normal within 3-7 days.
RVU Information
CPT 82150 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 82150?
CPT 82150 (Assay of amylase) is a Pathology & Lab code. Enzymatic assay measuring amylase activity in serum to evaluate pancreatic inflammation and salivary gland disorders.
Who uses CPT code 82150?
CPT 82150 is used by Pathology, Gastroenterology, Surgery. Elevated in acute pancreatitis, salivary gland disease, and ruptured ectopic pregnancy; returns to normal within 3-7 days.
When is CPT 82150 used?
Elevated in acute pancreatitis, salivary gland disease, and ruptured ectopic pregnancy; returns to normal within 3-7 days.
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