82626 Dehydroepiandrosterone
Also known as: DHEA level, dehydroepiandrosterone assay
Laboratory assay measuring dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) concentration in serum, an adrenal androgen precursor to testosterone and estrogen synthesis.
In Plain Language
adrenal hormone test; DHEA level
Clinical Context
Ordered in evaluation of adrenocortical disorders, assessment of adrenal reserve, evaluation of abnormal sexual development, and investigation of hirsutism.
RVU Information
CPT 82626 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 82626?
CPT 82626 (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) concentration in serum, an adrenal androgen precursor to testosterone and estrogen synthesis.
Who uses CPT code 82626?
CPT 82626 is used by pathology, endocrinology, obstetrics-gynecology. Ordered in evaluation of adrenocortical disorders, assessment of adrenal reserve, evaluation of abnormal sexual development, and investigation of hirsutism.
When is CPT 82626 used?
Ordered in evaluation of adrenocortical disorders, assessment of adrenal reserve, evaluation of abnormal sexual development, and investigation of hirsutism.
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