82672 Assay of estrogen
Also known as: estrogen assay, serum estrogen
Laboratory assay measuring estrogen concentration in serum, typically referring to total or bioavailable estrogen levels for reproductive assessment.
In Plain Language
female hormone level test
Clinical Context
Ordered for evaluation of menstrual irregularities, infertility assessment, evaluation of feminization disorders, and hormone monitoring.
RVU Information
CPT 82672 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 82672?
CPT 82672 (Assay of estrogen) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring estrogen concentration in serum, typically referring to total or bioavailable estrogen levels for reproductive assessment.
Who uses CPT code 82672?
CPT 82672 is used by pathology, obstetrics-gynecology, endocrinology. Ordered for evaluation of menstrual irregularities, infertility assessment, evaluation of feminization disorders, and hormone monitoring.
When is CPT 82672 used?
Ordered for evaluation of menstrual irregularities, infertility assessment, evaluation of feminization disorders, and hormone monitoring.
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