83065 Hemoglobin thermolabile
Also known as: thermolabile hemoglobin test
Testing for the presence of thermolabile hemoglobin variants that denature at elevated temperatures.
In Plain Language
heat-sensitive red blood cell protein
Clinical Context
Identification of rare hemoglobin variants with abnormal thermal stability. Used in hemoglobinopathy evaluation when screening suggests unusual hemoglobin patterns.
RVU Information
CPT 83065 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 83065?
CPT 83065 (Hemoglobin thermolabile) is a Pathology & Lab code. Testing for the presence of thermolabile hemoglobin variants that denature at elevated temperatures.
Who uses CPT code 83065?
CPT 83065 is used by Pathology, Hematology, Genetics. Identification of rare hemoglobin variants with abnormal thermal stability. Used in hemoglobinopathy evaluation when screening suggests unusual hemoglobin patterns.
When is CPT 83065 used?
Identification of rare hemoglobin variants with abnormal thermal stability. Used in hemoglobinopathy evaluation when screening suggests unusual hemoglobin patterns.
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