82725 Assay of blood fatty acids
Also known as: blood fatty acids assay, serum fatty acids
Laboratory assay measuring fatty acid concentration in blood serum, assessing lipid metabolism and detection of fatty acid disorders.
In Plain Language
blood fat test; fatty acid level
Clinical Context
Used in evaluation of lipid disorders, metabolic assessment, and investigation of fatty acid oxidation disorders.
RVU Information
CPT 82725 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 82725?
CPT 82725 (Assay of blood fatty acids) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring fatty acid concentration in blood serum, assessing lipid metabolism and detection of fatty acid disorders.
Who uses CPT code 82725?
CPT 82725 is used by pathology, endocrinology. Used in evaluation of lipid disorders, metabolic assessment, and investigation of fatty acid oxidation disorders.
When is CPT 82725 used?
Used in evaluation of lipid disorders, metabolic assessment, and investigation of fatty acid oxidation disorders.
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