84234 Assay of progesterone
Also known as: progesterone, serum progesterone, pregnancy hormone
Quantitative assay of serum progesterone concentration, measuring this luteal phase and pregnancy hormone.
In Plain Language
pregnancy hormone test
Clinical Context
Confirms ovulation, assesses luteal insufficiency, and evaluates pregnancy viability; low levels indicate anovulation or threatened loss.
RVU Information
CPT 84234 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 84234?
CPT 84234 (Assay of progesterone) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum progesterone concentration, measuring this luteal phase and pregnancy hormone.
Who uses CPT code 84234?
CPT 84234 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Obstetrics, Endocrinology. Confirms ovulation, assesses luteal insufficiency, and evaluates pregnancy viability; low levels indicate anovulation or threatened loss.
When is CPT 84234 used?
Confirms ovulation, assesses luteal insufficiency, and evaluates pregnancy viability; low levels indicate anovulation or threatened loss.
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