82607 Vitamin b-12
Also known as: B12 assay, cobalamin level, vitamin B12 test
Laboratory assay measuring vitamin B12 (cobalamin) concentration in serum or plasma for diagnosis of B12 deficiency and evaluation of megaloblastic anemia.
In Plain Language
B12 blood test; vitamin B12 level
Clinical Context
Used in diagnosis of pernicious anemia, dietary B12 deficiency, malabsorption disorders, and neuropsychiatric manifestations of B12 deficiency.
RVU Information
CPT 82607 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 82607?
CPT 82607 (Vitamin b-12) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring vitamin B12 (cobalamin) concentration in serum or plasma for diagnosis of B12 deficiency and evaluation of megaloblastic anemia.
Who uses CPT code 82607?
CPT 82607 is used by pathology, hematology, internal medicine. Used in diagnosis of pernicious anemia, dietary B12 deficiency, malabsorption disorders, and neuropsychiatric manifestations of B12 deficiency.
When is CPT 82607 used?
Used in diagnosis of pernicious anemia, dietary B12 deficiency, malabsorption disorders, and neuropsychiatric manifestations of B12 deficiency.
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