82728 Assay of ferritin
Also known as: ferritin level, serum ferritin
Laboratory assay measuring ferritin concentration in serum, an iron-storage protein reflecting total body iron stores and iron status.
In Plain Language
iron storage test; iron level in blood
Clinical Context
Ordered in evaluation of iron deficiency, iron overload, hemochromatosis, and assessment of iron metabolism in various conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 82728 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 82728?
CPT 82728 (Assay of ferritin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring ferritin concentration in serum, an iron-storage protein reflecting total body iron stores and iron status.
Who uses CPT code 82728?
CPT 82728 is used by pathology, hematology, internal medicine. Ordered in evaluation of iron deficiency, iron overload, hemochromatosis, and assessment of iron metabolism in various conditions.
When is CPT 82728 used?
Ordered in evaluation of iron deficiency, iron overload, hemochromatosis, and assessment of iron metabolism in various conditions.
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