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83150 Assay of homovanillic acid

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: homovanillic acid assay, HVA level

Quantitative measurement of homovanillic acid (dopamine metabolite) in plasma, urine, or cerebrospinal fluid using chromatography methods.

In Plain Language

dopamine breakdown product test; neurotransmitter metabolite

Clinical Context

Evaluation of neuroendocrine tumors, particularly neuroblastoma and pheochromocytoma, in pediatric and oncology settings. Elevated HVA indicates neuroectodermal tumor activity.

RVU Information

CPT 83150 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

PathologyOncologyNeurology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 83150?

CPT 83150 (Assay of homovanillic acid) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of homovanillic acid (dopamine metabolite) in plasma, urine, or cerebrospinal fluid using chromatography methods.

Who uses CPT code 83150?

CPT 83150 is used by Pathology, Oncology, Neurology. Evaluation of neuroendocrine tumors, particularly neuroblastoma and pheochromocytoma, in pediatric and oncology settings. Elevated HVA indicates neuroectodermal tumor activity.

When is CPT 83150 used?

Evaluation of neuroendocrine tumors, particularly neuroblastoma and pheochromocytoma, in pediatric and oncology settings. Elevated HVA indicates neuroectodermal tumor activity.

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