82239 Bile acids total
Also known as: total bile acids, serum bile acids, bile acid test
Enzymatic assay measuring total bile acid concentration in serum to assess enterohepatic circulation and liver-gut function.
In Plain Language
liver and gut function test; bile flow test; cholestasis screening
Clinical Context
Elevated in cholestasis, biliary obstruction, and cirrhosis; reflects hepatic synthesis and excretion function.
RVU Information
CPT 82239 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 82239?
CPT 82239 (Bile acids total) is a Pathology & Lab code. Enzymatic assay measuring total bile acid concentration in serum to assess enterohepatic circulation and liver-gut function.
Who uses CPT code 82239?
CPT 82239 is used by Pathology, Hepatology, Gastroenterology. Elevated in cholestasis, biliary obstruction, and cirrhosis; reflects hepatic synthesis and excretion function.
When is CPT 82239 used?
Elevated in cholestasis, biliary obstruction, and cirrhosis; reflects hepatic synthesis and excretion function.
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