84153 Assay of psa total
Also known as: total PSA, serum PSA, PSA level
Quantitative assay of total serum prostate-specific antigen, including both free and complexed forms.
In Plain Language
prostate cancer screening test
Clinical Context
Standard screening tool for prostate cancer; elevated levels warrant further evaluation with free PSA ratio and digital rectal exam.
RVU Information
CPT 84153 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 84153?
CPT 84153 (Assay of psa total) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of total serum prostate-specific antigen, including both free and complexed forms.
Who uses CPT code 84153?
CPT 84153 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Urology, Oncology. Standard screening tool for prostate cancer; elevated levels warrant further evaluation with free PSA ratio and digital rectal exam.
When is CPT 84153 used?
Standard screening tool for prostate cancer; elevated levels warrant further evaluation with free PSA ratio and digital rectal exam.
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