82747 Assay of folic acid rbc
Also known as: red blood cell folate, RBC folate
Laboratory assay measuring folic acid (folate) concentration in red blood cells for more stable assessment of long-term folate status.
In Plain Language
folate level in red blood cells
Clinical Context
Used for more accurate assessment of tissue folate stores, particularly in patients with recent folate intake or borderline serum folate levels.
RVU Information
CPT 82747 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 82747?
CPT 82747 (Assay of folic acid rbc) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring folic acid (folate) concentration in red blood cells for more stable assessment of long-term folate status.
Who uses CPT code 82747?
CPT 82747 is used by pathology, hematology. Used for more accurate assessment of tissue folate stores, particularly in patients with recent folate intake or borderline serum folate levels.
When is CPT 82747 used?
Used for more accurate assessment of tissue folate stores, particularly in patients with recent folate intake or borderline serum folate levels.
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