82286 Assay of bradykinin
Also known as: bradykinin level, kinin test, kallikrein-kinin assessment
Immunoassay measurement of bradykinin in plasma to evaluate plasma kallikrein-kinin system activity.
In Plain Language
inflammatory hormone test; angioedema test; blood pressure control test
Clinical Context
Elevated in bradykinin-mediated conditions including hereditary angioedema and certain inflammatory states.
RVU Information
CPT 82286 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 82286?
CPT 82286 (Assay of bradykinin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay measurement of bradykinin in plasma to evaluate plasma kallikrein-kinin system activity.
Who uses CPT code 82286?
CPT 82286 is used by Pathology, Immunology, Allergy. Elevated in bradykinin-mediated conditions including hereditary angioedema and certain inflammatory states.
When is CPT 82286 used?
Elevated in bradykinin-mediated conditions including hereditary angioedema and certain inflammatory states.
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