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83586 Assay 17- ketosteroids

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: 17-ketosteroids urine, 17-KS assay

Quantitative measurement of 17-ketosteroids in urine reflecting adrenal androgen and testosterone metabolites.

In Plain Language

male hormone metabolite test

Clinical Context

Evaluation of adrenal and gonadal function in suspected hyperandrogenism or adrenal hyperplasia. Less commonly used, replaced by direct androgen measurements.

RVU Information

CPT 83586 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

PathologyEndocrinologyUrology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 83586?

CPT 83586 (Assay 17- ketosteroids) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of 17-ketosteroids in urine reflecting adrenal androgen and testosterone metabolites.

Who uses CPT code 83586?

CPT 83586 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology, Urology. Evaluation of adrenal and gonadal function in suspected hyperandrogenism or adrenal hyperplasia. Less commonly used, replaced by direct androgen measurements.

When is CPT 83586 used?

Evaluation of adrenal and gonadal function in suspected hyperandrogenism or adrenal hyperplasia. Less commonly used, replaced by direct androgen measurements.

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