82941 Assay of gastrin
Also known as: fasting gastrin, basal gastrin
Laboratory assay measuring fasting gastrin concentration in serum without stimulation for initial screening of gastrin-producing tumors.
In Plain Language
stomach hormone level test
Clinical Context
Initial screening test for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and gastrinoma; elevated levels warrant stimulation testing.
RVU Information
CPT 82941 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 82941?
CPT 82941 (Assay of gastrin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring fasting gastrin concentration in serum without stimulation for initial screening of gastrin-producing tumors.
Who uses CPT code 82941?
CPT 82941 is used by pathology, endocrinology, gastroenterology. Initial screening test for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and gastrinoma; elevated levels warrant stimulation testing.
When is CPT 82941 used?
Initial screening test for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and gastrinoma; elevated levels warrant stimulation testing.
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