82164 Angiotensin i enzyme test
Also known as: ACE level, angiotensin-converting enzyme, sarcoidosis test
Enzymatic or immunoassay measurement of angiotensin-converting enzyme activity in serum to diagnose sarcoidosis and other granulomatous diseases.
In Plain Language
sarcoidosis test; granuloma disease marker; lung disease screening
Clinical Context
Elevated in active sarcoidosis and berylliosis; used with calcium and chest imaging to support diagnosis.
RVU Information
CPT 82164 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 82164?
CPT 82164 (Angiotensin i enzyme test) is a Pathology & Lab code. Enzymatic or immunoassay measurement of angiotensin-converting enzyme activity in serum to diagnose sarcoidosis and other granulomatous diseases.
Who uses CPT code 82164?
CPT 82164 is used by Pathology, Pulmonology, Internal Medicine. Elevated in active sarcoidosis and berylliosis; used with calcium and chest imaging to support diagnosis.
When is CPT 82164 used?
Elevated in active sarcoidosis and berylliosis; used with calcium and chest imaging to support diagnosis.
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