84112 Evaluation amniotic fluid protein
Also known as: amniotic fluid protein, AFP screening, fetal protein assessment
Evaluation and quantitative measurement of protein concentration in amniotic fluid, used to assess fetal development and maturity.
In Plain Language
amniotic fluid protein test
Clinical Context
Evaluated to assess fetal health, neural tube defects, and developmental abnormalities; elevated levels may indicate chromosomal abnormalities or other fetal conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 84112 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 84112?
CPT 84112 (Evaluation amniotic fluid protein) is a Pathology & Lab code. Evaluation and quantitative measurement of protein concentration in amniotic fluid, used to assess fetal development and maturity.
Who uses CPT code 84112?
CPT 84112 is used by Obstetrics, Pathology, Perinatology. Evaluated to assess fetal health, neural tube defects, and developmental abnormalities; elevated levels may indicate chromosomal abnormalities or other fetal conditions.
When is CPT 84112 used?
Evaluated to assess fetal health, neural tube defects, and developmental abnormalities; elevated levels may indicate chromosomal abnormalities or other fetal conditions.
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