84163 Pappa serum
Also known as: PAPPA, pregnancy protein A, first-trimester screening
Quantitative assay of serum pregnancy-associated plasma protein A (PAPPA), a marker for first-trimester fetal abnormalities.
In Plain Language
pregnancy screening test
Clinical Context
Part of first-trimester combined screening (11-14 weeks) for Down syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities; decreased levels increase risk.
RVU Information
CPT 84163 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 84163?
CPT 84163 (Pappa serum) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum pregnancy-associated plasma protein A (PAPPA), a marker for first-trimester fetal abnormalities.
Who uses CPT code 84163?
CPT 84163 is used by Obstetrics, Clinical Chemistry, Perinatology. Part of first-trimester combined screening (11-14 weeks) for Down syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities; decreased levels increase risk.
When is CPT 84163 used?
Part of first-trimester combined screening (11-14 weeks) for Down syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities; decreased levels increase risk.
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