82172 Assay of apolipoprotein
Also known as: apolipoprotein panel, apo-A, apo-B, etc., cardiovascular risk markers
Immunoassay measurement of apolipoprotein A-I, B, C-II, C-III, D, or E to evaluate cardiovascular risk and lipid metabolism.
In Plain Language
cholesterol component test; heart disease risk test; lipid protein test
Clinical Context
ApoB and apoA-I ratio better predict coronary artery disease than traditional lipid panel in some patient populations.
RVU Information
CPT 82172 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 82172?
CPT 82172 (Assay of apolipoprotein) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay measurement of apolipoprotein A-I, B, C-II, C-III, D, or E to evaluate cardiovascular risk and lipid metabolism.
Who uses CPT code 82172?
CPT 82172 is used by Pathology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine. ApoB and apoA-I ratio better predict coronary artery disease than traditional lipid panel in some patient populations.
When is CPT 82172 used?
ApoB and apoA-I ratio better predict coronary artery disease than traditional lipid panel in some patient populations.
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