82696 Assay of etiocholanolone
Also known as: etiocholanolone assay, etiolanolone level
Laboratory assay measuring etiocholanolone concentration in serum or urine, a steroid metabolite with androgenic and estrogenic properties.
In Plain Language
steroid metabolite hormone test
Clinical Context
Measured in evaluation of steroid metabolism, assessment of adrenocortical function, and diagnosis of steroid-producing tumors.
RVU Information
CPT 82696 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 82696?
CPT 82696 (Assay of etiocholanolone) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring etiocholanolone concentration in serum or urine, a steroid metabolite with androgenic and estrogenic properties.
Who uses CPT code 82696?
CPT 82696 is used by pathology, endocrinology. Measured in evaluation of steroid metabolism, assessment of adrenocortical function, and diagnosis of steroid-producing tumors.
When is CPT 82696 used?
Measured in evaluation of steroid metabolism, assessment of adrenocortical function, and diagnosis of steroid-producing tumors.
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