82677 Assay of estriol
Also known as: estriol level, unconjugated estriol
Laboratory assay measuring estriol (unconjugated estriol) concentration in serum or urine, a major estrogen during pregnancy and indicator of fetal status.
In Plain Language
pregnancy hormone test; estriol level
Clinical Context
Primarily used in prenatal screening for fetal chromosomal abnormalities and assessment of pregnancy complications.
RVU Information
CPT 82677 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 82677?
CPT 82677 (Assay of estriol) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring estriol (unconjugated estriol) concentration in serum or urine, a major estrogen during pregnancy and indicator of fetal status.
Who uses CPT code 82677?
CPT 82677 is used by pathology, obstetrics-gynecology. Primarily used in prenatal screening for fetal chromosomal abnormalities and assessment of pregnancy complications.
When is CPT 82677 used?
Primarily used in prenatal screening for fetal chromosomal abnormalities and assessment of pregnancy complications.
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