82553 Creatine mb fraction
Also known as: CK-MB, myocardial fraction CK, cardiac CK
Laboratory assay measuring creatine kinase myocardial B band (CK-MB) fraction, the isoenzyme predominant in cardiac myocardium.
In Plain Language
heart-specific enzyme test; cardiac injury marker
Clinical Context
Primarily used for diagnosis and risk stratification of acute myocardial infarction, with peak elevation 24-48 hours post-infarction.
RVU Information
CPT 82553 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 82553?
CPT 82553 (Creatine mb fraction) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring creatine kinase myocardial B band (CK-MB) fraction, the isoenzyme predominant in cardiac myocardium.
Who uses CPT code 82553?
CPT 82553 is used by pathology, cardiology, emergency medicine. Primarily used for diagnosis and risk stratification of acute myocardial infarction, with peak elevation 24-48 hours post-infarction.
When is CPT 82553 used?
Primarily used for diagnosis and risk stratification of acute myocardial infarction, with peak elevation 24-48 hours post-infarction.
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