82731 Assay of fetal fibronectin
Also known as: fFN test, fetal fibronectin
Laboratory assay measuring fetal fibronectin in cervical/vaginal specimens, a biomarker for risk of preterm delivery when detected in second/third trimester.
In Plain Language
preterm labor risk test
Clinical Context
Used in pregnant patients with signs of preterm labor to assess risk of delivery within 2 weeks and guide management decisions.
RVU Information
CPT 82731 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 82731?
CPT 82731 (Assay of fetal fibronectin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring fetal fibronectin in cervical/vaginal specimens, a biomarker for risk of preterm delivery when detected in second/third trimester.
Who uses CPT code 82731?
CPT 82731 is used by pathology, obstetrics-gynecology. Used in pregnant patients with signs of preterm labor to assess risk of delivery within 2 weeks and guide management decisions.
When is CPT 82731 used?
Used in pregnant patients with signs of preterm labor to assess risk of delivery within 2 weeks and guide management decisions.
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