83719 Assay of blood lipoprotein
Also known as: blood lipoprotein(a), Lp(a) blood assay
Quantitative measurement of blood lipoprotein (a) fraction using standardized immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
cardiovascular risk protein test
Clinical Context
Quantitation of lipoprotein(a) for cardiovascular risk assessment. Genetic variation results in wide individual variation; ethnic differences noted.
RVU Information
CPT 83719 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 83719?
CPT 83719 (Assay of blood lipoprotein) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of blood lipoprotein (a) fraction using standardized immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 83719?
CPT 83719 is used by Pathology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine. Quantitation of lipoprotein(a) for cardiovascular risk assessment. Genetic variation results in wide individual variation; ethnic differences noted.
When is CPT 83719 used?
Quantitation of lipoprotein(a) for cardiovascular risk assessment. Genetic variation results in wide individual variation; ethnic differences noted.
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