84155 Assay of protein serum
Also known as: serum protein, total protein, TP
Quantitative assay of serum protein concentration, measuring total protein including albumin and globulins.
In Plain Language
blood protein level test
Clinical Context
Basic chemistry panel component; abnormal levels indicate malnutrition, liver disease, kidney disease, or immunologic disorders.
RVU Information
CPT 84155 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 84155?
CPT 84155 (Assay of protein serum) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum protein concentration, measuring total protein including albumin and globulins.
Who uses CPT code 84155?
CPT 84155 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Pathology, Laboratory Medicine. Basic chemistry panel component; abnormal levels indicate malnutrition, liver disease, kidney disease, or immunologic disorders.
When is CPT 84155 used?
Basic chemistry panel component; abnormal levels indicate malnutrition, liver disease, kidney disease, or immunologic disorders.
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