82274 Assay test for blood fecal
Also known as: immunochemical FOBT, FIT assay, fecal hemoglobin test
Immunochemical assay or enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay measuring fecal hemoglobin to detect gastrointestinal bleeding.
In Plain Language
stool hemoglobin test; cancer screening test; blood in stool detection
Clinical Context
Immunochemical method more specific for human hemoglobin than guaiac; preferred method for colorectal cancer screening.
RVU Information
CPT 82274 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 82274?
CPT 82274 (Assay test for blood fecal) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunochemical assay or enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay measuring fecal hemoglobin to detect gastrointestinal bleeding.
Who uses CPT code 82274?
CPT 82274 is used by Pathology, Gastroenterology, Oncology. Immunochemical method more specific for human hemoglobin than guaiac; preferred method for colorectal cancer screening.
When is CPT 82274 used?
Immunochemical method more specific for human hemoglobin than guaiac; preferred method for colorectal cancer screening.
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