82955 Assay of g6pd enzyme
Also known as: G6PD assay, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
Laboratory assay measuring glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) enzyme activity for diagnosis of G6PD deficiency and assessment of hemolytic risk.
In Plain Language
red blood cell enzyme test
Clinical Context
Used in diagnosis of G6PD deficiency, assessment of hemolytic anemia risk with certain medications, and ethnic screening.
RVU Information
CPT 82955 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 82955?
CPT 82955 (Assay of g6pd enzyme) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) enzyme activity for diagnosis of G6PD deficiency and assessment of hemolytic risk.
Who uses CPT code 82955?
CPT 82955 is used by pathology, hematology, genetics. Used in diagnosis of G6PD deficiency, assessment of hemolytic anemia risk with certain medications, and ethnic screening.
When is CPT 82955 used?
Used in diagnosis of G6PD deficiency, assessment of hemolytic anemia risk with certain medications, and ethnic screening.
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