82642 Dihydrotestosterone
Also known as: DHT level, dihydrotestosterone assay
Laboratory assay measuring dihydrotestosterone concentration in serum or plasma, a potent androgen derived from testosterone via 5-alpha-reductase.
In Plain Language
male hormone metabolite test
Clinical Context
Ordered in evaluation of virilization disorders, assessment of 5-alpha-reductase deficiency, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and androgen-responsive conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 82642 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 82642?
CPT 82642 (Dihydrotestosterone) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring dihydrotestosterone concentration in serum or plasma, a potent androgen derived from testosterone via 5-alpha-reductase.
Who uses CPT code 82642?
CPT 82642 is used by pathology, endocrinology, urology. Ordered in evaluation of virilization disorders, assessment of 5-alpha-reductase deficiency, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and androgen-responsive conditions.
When is CPT 82642 used?
Ordered in evaluation of virilization disorders, assessment of 5-alpha-reductase deficiency, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and androgen-responsive conditions.
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