83951 Oncoprotein dcp
Also known as: des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin, DCP test
Quantitative measurement of des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (DCP/PIVKA-II) oncoprotein in serum using immunoassay.
In Plain Language
liver cancer marker
Clinical Context
Tumor marker for hepatocellular carcinoma with sensitivity and specificity for HCC diagnosis. Used in screening at-risk populations and monitoring treatment response.
RVU Information
CPT 83951 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 83951?
CPT 83951 (Oncoprotein dcp) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (DCP/PIVKA-II) oncoprotein in serum using immunoassay.
Who uses CPT code 83951?
CPT 83951 is used by Pathology, Oncology, Hepatology. Tumor marker for hepatocellular carcinoma with sensitivity and specificity for HCC diagnosis. Used in screening at-risk populations and monitoring treatment response.
When is CPT 83951 used?
Tumor marker for hepatocellular carcinoma with sensitivity and specificity for HCC diagnosis. Used in screening at-risk populations and monitoring treatment response.
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