84075 Assay alkaline phosphatase
Also known as: alkaline phosphatase, ALP, alk phos
Quantitative measurement of alkaline phosphatase enzyme activity in serum using kinetic colorimetric or enzymatic assay methods.
In Plain Language
liver enzyme test; bone enzyme measurement
Clinical Context
Nonspecific marker of liver disease, biliary obstruction, or bone metabolism. Elevated in cholestasis, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, Paget disease, and hyperparathyroidism.
RVU Information
CPT 84075 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 84075?
CPT 84075 (Assay alkaline phosphatase) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of alkaline phosphatase enzyme activity in serum using kinetic colorimetric or enzymatic assay methods.
Who uses CPT code 84075?
CPT 84075 is used by Pathology, Hepatology, Orthopedics. Nonspecific marker of liver disease, biliary obstruction, or bone metabolism. Elevated in cholestasis, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, Paget disease, and hyperparathyroidism.
When is CPT 84075 used?
Nonspecific marker of liver disease, biliary obstruction, or bone metabolism. Elevated in cholestasis, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, Paget disease, and hyperparathyroidism.
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