84085 Assay of rbc pg6d enzyme
Also known as: RBC PGI assay, phosphoglucose isomerase, red cell enzyme assay
Quantitative assay of red blood cell phosphoglucose isomerase enzyme activity (formerly called red blood cell phosphohexose isomerase).
In Plain Language
red blood cell enzyme test
Clinical Context
Measured to assess red blood cell enzyme function and identify hemolytic anemias caused by enzyme deficiencies or to evaluate certain metabolic disorders.
RVU Information
CPT 84085 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 84085?
CPT 84085 (Assay of rbc pg6d enzyme) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of red blood cell phosphoglucose isomerase enzyme activity (formerly called red blood cell phosphohexose isomerase).
Who uses CPT code 84085?
CPT 84085 is used by Hematology, Pathology, Laboratory Medicine. Measured to assess red blood cell enzyme function and identify hemolytic anemias caused by enzyme deficiencies or to evaluate certain metabolic disorders.
When is CPT 84085 used?
Measured to assess red blood cell enzyme function and identify hemolytic anemias caused by enzyme deficiencies or to evaluate certain metabolic disorders.
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