83525 Assay of insulin
Also known as: insulin assay, plasma insulin
Quantitative measurement of insulin concentration in plasma or serum using immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
pancreas hormone level test
Clinical Context
Assessment of pancreatic beta-cell function in evaluation of hypoglycemia, insulinoma, or insulin resistance. Used with glucose and C-peptide in diagnostic protocols.
RVU Information
CPT 83525 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 83525?
CPT 83525 (Assay of insulin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of insulin concentration in plasma or serum using immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 83525?
CPT 83525 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine. Assessment of pancreatic beta-cell function in evaluation of hypoglycemia, insulinoma, or insulin resistance. Used with glucose and C-peptide in diagnostic protocols.
When is CPT 83525 used?
Assessment of pancreatic beta-cell function in evaluation of hypoglycemia, insulinoma, or insulin resistance. Used with glucose and C-peptide in diagnostic protocols.
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