84080 Assay alkaline phosphatases
Also known as: heat-stable alkaline phosphatase, heat-stable ALP
Quantitative measurement of heat-stable alkaline phosphatase isoenzymes (primarily intestinal and placental forms) in serum.
In Plain Language
intestinal/placental alkaline phosphatase
Clinical Context
Identification of intestinal and placental alkaline phosphatase in evaluation of gastrointestinal malignancy and pregnancy complications.
RVU Information
CPT 84080 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 84080?
CPT 84080 (Assay alkaline phosphatases) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of heat-stable alkaline phosphatase isoenzymes (primarily intestinal and placental forms) in serum.
Who uses CPT code 84080?
CPT 84080 is used by Pathology, Hepatology, Obstetrics. Identification of intestinal and placental alkaline phosphatase in evaluation of gastrointestinal malignancy and pregnancy complications.
When is CPT 84080 used?
Identification of intestinal and placental alkaline phosphatase in evaluation of gastrointestinal malignancy and pregnancy complications.
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