83915 Assay of nucleotidase
Also known as: nucleotidase assay
Quantitative measurement of nucleotidase enzyme activity in serum or plasma using enzymatic assay methods.
In Plain Language
liver enzyme test
Clinical Context
Assessment of hepatic function and cholestasis. Elevated nucleotidase indicates liver disease, particularly biliary obstruction or intrahepatic cholestasis.
RVU Information
CPT 83915 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 83915?
CPT 83915 (Assay of nucleotidase) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of nucleotidase enzyme activity in serum or plasma using enzymatic assay methods.
Who uses CPT code 83915?
CPT 83915 is used by Pathology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine. Assessment of hepatic function and cholestasis. Elevated nucleotidase indicates liver disease, particularly biliary obstruction or intrahepatic cholestasis.
When is CPT 83915 used?
Assessment of hepatic function and cholestasis. Elevated nucleotidase indicates liver disease, particularly biliary obstruction or intrahepatic cholestasis.
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