84081 Assay phosphatidylglycerol
Also known as: phosphatidylglycerol assay, PG assay, fetal lung maturity
Quantitative assay of phosphatidylglycerol, a phospholipid typically measured in amniotic fluid to assess fetal lung maturity and development.
In Plain Language
amniotic fluid lung maturity test
Clinical Context
Used during pregnancy to assess fetal lung maturity and reduce risk of respiratory distress syndrome in newborns, particularly in high-risk pregnancies requiring early delivery.
RVU Information
CPT 84081 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 84081?
CPT 84081 (Assay phosphatidylglycerol) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of phosphatidylglycerol, a phospholipid typically measured in amniotic fluid to assess fetal lung maturity and development.
Who uses CPT code 84081?
CPT 84081 is used by Obstetrics, Pathology, Perinatology. Used during pregnancy to assess fetal lung maturity and reduce risk of respiratory distress syndrome in newborns, particularly in high-risk pregnancies requiring early delivery.
When is CPT 84081 used?
Used during pregnancy to assess fetal lung maturity and reduce risk of respiratory distress syndrome in newborns, particularly in high-risk pregnancies requiring early delivery.
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