83630 Lactoferrin fecal (qual)
Also known as: fecal lactoferrin qualitative, lactoferrin stool screen
Qualitative detection of lactoferrin in fecal specimen using immunological or chromatographic methods.
In Plain Language
infection marker in stool
Clinical Context
Screening for inflammatory bowel disease and bacterial colitis. Positive lactoferrin indicates intestinal inflammation from infection or inflammatory bowel disease.
RVU Information
CPT 83630 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 83630?
CPT 83630 (Lactoferrin fecal (qual)) is a Pathology & Lab code. Qualitative detection of lactoferrin in fecal specimen using immunological or chromatographic methods.
Who uses CPT code 83630?
CPT 83630 is used by Pathology, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine. Screening for inflammatory bowel disease and bacterial colitis. Positive lactoferrin indicates intestinal inflammation from infection or inflammatory bowel disease.
When is CPT 83630 used?
Screening for inflammatory bowel disease and bacterial colitis. Positive lactoferrin indicates intestinal inflammation from infection or inflammatory bowel disease.
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