83009 H pylori (c-13) blood
Also known as: H. pylori blood test, C-13 H. pylori
Laboratory assay using carbon-13 isotope technique to detect Helicobacter pylori in blood serum by measuring labeled carbon dioxide in breath or urine.
In Plain Language
stomach bacteria blood test
Clinical Context
Used for diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection in patients with gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, or gastric cancer risk.
RVU Information
CPT 83009 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 83009?
CPT 83009 (H pylori (c-13) blood) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay using carbon-13 isotope technique to detect Helicobacter pylori in blood serum by measuring labeled carbon dioxide in breath or urine.
Who uses CPT code 83009?
CPT 83009 is used by pathology, gastroenterology, infectious disease. Used for diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection in patients with gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, or gastric cancer risk.
When is CPT 83009 used?
Used for diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection in patients with gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, or gastric cancer risk.
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