83021 Hemoglobin chromotography
Also known as: hemoglobin HPLC, hemoglobin chromatography, Hb fractionation
Hemoglobin fractionation and quantitation by chromatographic technique such as HPLC, providing precise measurement of hemoglobin variants.
In Plain Language
detailed blood test separating different types of hemoglobin
Clinical Context
More precise than electrophoresis; used for quantitating HbA2 and HbF in thalassemia diagnosis and monitoring HbA1c.
RVU Information
CPT 83021 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 83021?
CPT 83021 (Hemoglobin chromotography) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hemoglobin fractionation and quantitation by chromatographic technique such as HPLC, providing precise measurement of hemoglobin variants.
Who uses CPT code 83021?
CPT 83021 is used by multiple specialties. More precise than electrophoresis; used for quantitating HbA2 and HbF in thalassemia diagnosis and monitoring HbA1c.
When is CPT 83021 used?
More precise than electrophoresis; used for quantitating HbA2 and HbF in thalassemia diagnosis and monitoring HbA1c.
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