83695 Assay of lipoprotein(a)
Also known as: lipoprotein(a), Lp(a) test
Quantitative measurement of lipoprotein(a) in serum or plasma using immunoassay or standardized methodology.
In Plain Language
cardiovascular risk protein; genetic heart disease risk
Clinical Context
Assessment of cardiovascular disease risk independent of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Elevated Lp(a) is heritable risk factor for premature atherosclerosis.
RVU Information
CPT 83695 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 83695?
CPT 83695 (Assay of lipoprotein(a)) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of lipoprotein(a) in serum or plasma using immunoassay or standardized methodology.
Who uses CPT code 83695?
CPT 83695 is used by Pathology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine. Assessment of cardiovascular disease risk independent of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Elevated Lp(a) is heritable risk factor for premature atherosclerosis.
When is CPT 83695 used?
Assessment of cardiovascular disease risk independent of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Elevated Lp(a) is heritable risk factor for premature atherosclerosis.
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