82378 Carcinoembryonic antigen
Also known as: CEA level, carcinoembryonic antigen, cancer tumor marker
Immunoassay measurement of carcinoembryonic antigen in serum to screen for and monitor colorectal and other malignancies.
In Plain Language
cancer screening marker; colon cancer test; tumor marker blood test
Clinical Context
Used primarily for surveillance in colorectal cancer; elevations also seen in smoking and other malignancies.
RVU Information
CPT 82378 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 82378?
CPT 82378 (Carcinoembryonic antigen) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay measurement of carcinoembryonic antigen in serum to screen for and monitor colorectal and other malignancies.
Who uses CPT code 82378?
CPT 82378 is used by Pathology, Oncology, Gastroenterology. Used primarily for surveillance in colorectal cancer; elevations also seen in smoking and other malignancies.
When is CPT 82378 used?
Used primarily for surveillance in colorectal cancer; elevations also seen in smoking and other malignancies.
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