83498 Asy hydroxyprogesterone 17-d
Also known as: 17-hydroxyprogesterone, 17-OHP assay
Quantitative measurement of 17-hydroxyprogesterone in plasma or serum using immunoassay or chromatographic methods.
In Plain Language
adrenal hormone test; congenital adrenal hyperplasia screening
Clinical Context
Neonatal screening and diagnostic test for 21-hydroxylase deficiency in congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Elevated 17-OHP indicates enzyme deficiency.
RVU Information
CPT 83498 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 83498?
CPT 83498 (Asy hydroxyprogesterone 17-d) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of 17-hydroxyprogesterone in plasma or serum using immunoassay or chromatographic methods.
Who uses CPT code 83498?
CPT 83498 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology, Pediatrics. Neonatal screening and diagnostic test for 21-hydroxylase deficiency in congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Elevated 17-OHP indicates enzyme deficiency.
When is CPT 83498 used?
Neonatal screening and diagnostic test for 21-hydroxylase deficiency in congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Elevated 17-OHP indicates enzyme deficiency.
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