83582 Assay of ketogenic steroids
Also known as: ketogenic steroids urine, 17-ketosteroid precursors
Quantitative measurement of ketogenic steroids in urine reflecting adrenal steroid metabolism.
In Plain Language
adrenal hormone metabolite test
Clinical Context
Historical test for adrenal function evaluation now largely replaced by direct hormone assays. May still be used in evaluation of androgenic steroid excess.
RVU Information
CPT 83582 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 83582?
CPT 83582 (Assay of ketogenic steroids) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of ketogenic steroids in urine reflecting adrenal steroid metabolism.
Who uses CPT code 83582?
CPT 83582 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology. Historical test for adrenal function evaluation now largely replaced by direct hormone assays. May still be used in evaluation of androgenic steroid excess.
When is CPT 83582 used?
Historical test for adrenal function evaluation now largely replaced by direct hormone assays. May still be used in evaluation of androgenic steroid excess.
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