83701 Lipoprotein bld hour fraction
Also known as: HDL cholesterol, good cholesterol
Quantitation of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol fraction in serum or plasma using immunochemical or enzymatic methods.
In Plain Language
protective cholesterol level; good fat measurement
Clinical Context
Key component of lipid panel for cardiovascular risk assessment. Inverse relationship with atherosclerosis; higher levels are cardioprotective.
RVU Information
CPT 83701 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 83701?
CPT 83701 (Lipoprotein bld hour fraction) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitation of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol fraction in serum or plasma using immunochemical or enzymatic methods.
Who uses CPT code 83701?
CPT 83701 is used by Pathology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine. Key component of lipid panel for cardiovascular risk assessment. Inverse relationship with atherosclerosis; higher levels are cardioprotective.
When is CPT 83701 used?
Key component of lipid panel for cardiovascular risk assessment. Inverse relationship with atherosclerosis; higher levels are cardioprotective.
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