82528 Assay of corticosterone
Also known as: corticosterone assay, serum corticosterone
Laboratory assay measuring corticosterone concentration in serum or plasma, an intermediate adrenal steroid with both mineralocorticoid and glucocorticoid activity.
In Plain Language
adrenal hormone test; corticosterone level
Clinical Context
Used in evaluation of adrenocortical dysfunction, assessment of steroid synthesis pathway disorders, and evaluation of primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency.
RVU Information
CPT 82528 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 82528?
CPT 82528 (Assay of corticosterone) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring corticosterone concentration in serum or plasma, an intermediate adrenal steroid with both mineralocorticoid and glucocorticoid activity.
Who uses CPT code 82528?
CPT 82528 is used by pathology, endocrinology, internal medicine. Used in evaluation of adrenocortical dysfunction, assessment of steroid synthesis pathway disorders, and evaluation of primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency.
When is CPT 82528 used?
Used in evaluation of adrenocortical dysfunction, assessment of steroid synthesis pathway disorders, and evaluation of primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency.
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