84244 Assay of renin
Also known as: renin, plasma renin activity, renin level
Quantitative assay of serum renin concentration, measuring this key enzyme in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.
In Plain Language
blood pressure hormone test
Clinical Context
Evaluates hypertension causes; elevated renin suggests renal artery stenosis or primary hyperaldosteronism.
RVU Information
CPT 84244 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 84244?
CPT 84244 (Assay of renin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum renin concentration, measuring this key enzyme in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.
Who uses CPT code 84244?
CPT 84244 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Nephrology, Endocrinology. Evaluates hypertension causes; elevated renin suggests renal artery stenosis or primary hyperaldosteronism.
When is CPT 84244 used?
Evaluates hypertension causes; elevated renin suggests renal artery stenosis or primary hyperaldosteronism.
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