84150 Assay of prostaglandin
Also known as: prostaglandin, PG assay, prostanoid measurement
Quantitative assay of serum or urine prostaglandin concentrations, measuring these eicosanoid signaling molecules.
In Plain Language
inflammation hormone test
Clinical Context
Measured in research and specialized clinical settings to evaluate inflammation, hemostasis, and renal function; rarely routine.
RVU Information
CPT 84150 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 84150?
CPT 84150 (Assay of prostaglandin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum or urine prostaglandin concentrations, measuring these eicosanoid signaling molecules.
Who uses CPT code 84150?
CPT 84150 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Research, Laboratory Medicine. Measured in research and specialized clinical settings to evaluate inflammation, hemostasis, and renal function; rarely routine.
When is CPT 84150 used?
Measured in research and specialized clinical settings to evaluate inflammation, hemostasis, and renal function; rarely routine.
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