84238 Assay nonendocrine receptor
Also known as: receptor assay, binding assay, receptor measurement
Quantitative assay of nonendocrine receptor binding or protein receptors for various substances and hormones.
In Plain Language
cell receptor test
Clinical Context
Measures various receptors for research or clinical evaluation; examples include hormone receptors in cancer tissue.
RVU Information
CPT 84238 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 84238?
CPT 84238 (Assay nonendocrine receptor) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of nonendocrine receptor binding or protein receptors for various substances and hormones.
Who uses CPT code 84238?
CPT 84238 is used by Molecular Pathology, Oncology, Laboratory Medicine. Measures various receptors for research or clinical evaluation; examples include hormone receptors in cancer tissue.
When is CPT 84238 used?
Measures various receptors for research or clinical evaluation; examples include hormone receptors in cancer tissue.
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