82726 Long chain fatty acids
Also known as: long-chain fatty acids assay, LCFA level
Laboratory assay measuring long-chain fatty acids in blood or tissue, assessing fatty acid metabolism and detection of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders.
In Plain Language
long fatty acid test
Clinical Context
Used in diagnosis of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders and assessment of metabolic disorders affecting lipid metabolism.
RVU Information
CPT 82726 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 82726?
CPT 82726 (Long chain fatty acids) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring long-chain fatty acids in blood or tissue, assessing fatty acid metabolism and detection of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders.
Who uses CPT code 82726?
CPT 82726 is used by pathology, genetics, pediatrics. Used in diagnosis of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders and assessment of metabolic disorders affecting lipid metabolism.
When is CPT 82726 used?
Used in diagnosis of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders and assessment of metabolic disorders affecting lipid metabolism.
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