82373 Assay c-d transfer measure
Also known as: CDT test, carbohydrate-deficient transferrin, alcohol biomarker
Assay measuring carbohydrate-deficient transferrin, a marker of chronic alcohol consumption and liver function.
In Plain Language
heavy drinking test; chronic alcohol marker; liver damage alcohol test
Clinical Context
Identifies chronic heavy alcohol use over preceding 2-3 weeks; used in clinical and occupational health settings.
RVU Information
CPT 82373 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 82373?
CPT 82373 (Assay c-d transfer measure) is a Pathology & Lab code. Assay measuring carbohydrate-deficient transferrin, a marker of chronic alcohol consumption and liver function.
Who uses CPT code 82373?
CPT 82373 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Psychiatry. Identifies chronic heavy alcohol use over preceding 2-3 weeks; used in clinical and occupational health settings.
When is CPT 82373 used?
Identifies chronic heavy alcohol use over preceding 2-3 weeks; used in clinical and occupational health settings.
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