82390 Assay of ceruloplasmin
Also known as: ceruloplasmin level, copper binding protein, Wilson disease test
Immunoassay or enzymatic measurement of ceruloplasmin in serum to assess copper metabolism and detect Wilson disease.
In Plain Language
copper metabolism test; Wilson disease screening; genetic copper disease test
Clinical Context
Markedly decreased in Wilson disease causing hepatic and neuropsychiatric dysfunction; elevated in infection and inflammation.
RVU Information
CPT 82390 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 82390?
CPT 82390 (Assay of ceruloplasmin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay or enzymatic measurement of ceruloplasmin in serum to assess copper metabolism and detect Wilson disease.
Who uses CPT code 82390?
CPT 82390 is used by Pathology, Hepatology, Neurology. Markedly decreased in Wilson disease causing hepatic and neuropsychiatric dysfunction; elevated in infection and inflammation.
When is CPT 82390 used?
Markedly decreased in Wilson disease causing hepatic and neuropsychiatric dysfunction; elevated in infection and inflammation.
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