83001 Assay of gonadotropin (fsh)
Also known as: FSH level, follicle-stimulating hormone
Laboratory assay measuring follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) concentration in serum for assessment of gonadal and reproductive function.
In Plain Language
fertility hormone test
Clinical Context
Used in evaluation of infertility, hypogonadism, menopause, and assessment of hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis function.
RVU Information
CPT 83001 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 83001?
CPT 83001 (Assay of gonadotropin (fsh)) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) concentration in serum for assessment of gonadal and reproductive function.
Who uses CPT code 83001?
CPT 83001 is used by pathology, endocrinology, obstetrics-gynecology. Used in evaluation of infertility, hypogonadism, menopause, and assessment of hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis function.
When is CPT 83001 used?
Used in evaluation of infertility, hypogonadism, menopause, and assessment of hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis function.
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