83632 Placental lactogen
Also known as: human placental lactogen, HPL test
Quantitative measurement of human placental lactogen in maternal serum or plasma using immunoassay methods.
In Plain Language
pregnancy hormone test; placenta function marker
Clinical Context
Assessment of placental function and fetal well-being during pregnancy. Declining hPL levels may indicate placental insufficiency or fetal distress.
RVU Information
CPT 83632 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 83632?
CPT 83632 (Placental lactogen) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of human placental lactogen in maternal serum or plasma using immunoassay methods.
Who uses CPT code 83632?
CPT 83632 is used by Pathology, Obstetrics, Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Assessment of placental function and fetal well-being during pregnancy. Declining hPL levels may indicate placental insufficiency or fetal distress.
When is CPT 83632 used?
Assessment of placental function and fetal well-being during pregnancy. Declining hPL levels may indicate placental insufficiency or fetal distress.
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