82610 Cystatin c
Also known as: cystatin C, serum cystatin C
Laboratory assay measuring cystatin C concentration in serum or plasma, a cysteine protease inhibitor produced by all nucleated cells used as a renal function marker.
In Plain Language
kidney marker test; cystatin C level
Clinical Context
Alternative to creatinine for glomerular filtration rate estimation, particularly useful in elderly patients, children, and those with muscle wasting.
RVU Information
CPT 82610 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 82610?
CPT 82610 (Cystatin c) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring cystatin C concentration in serum or plasma, a cysteine protease inhibitor produced by all nucleated cells used as a renal function marker.
Who uses CPT code 82610?
CPT 82610 is used by pathology, nephrology, geriatrics. Alternative to creatinine for glomerular filtration rate estimation, particularly useful in elderly patients, children, and those with muscle wasting.
When is CPT 82610 used?
Alternative to creatinine for glomerular filtration rate estimation, particularly useful in elderly patients, children, and those with muscle wasting.
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