84255 Assay of selenium
Also known as: selenium, serum selenium, trace mineral
Quantitative assay of serum selenium concentration, measuring this essential trace element for antioxidant function.
In Plain Language
mineral level test
Clinical Context
Evaluates selenium deficiency (Keshan disease, Kashin-Beck disease) and toxic accumulation; essential for selenoprotein synthesis.
RVU Information
CPT 84255 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 84255?
CPT 84255 (Assay of selenium) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum selenium concentration, measuring this essential trace element for antioxidant function.
Who uses CPT code 84255?
CPT 84255 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Toxicology, Nutrition. Evaluates selenium deficiency (Keshan disease, Kashin-Beck disease) and toxic accumulation; essential for selenoprotein synthesis.
When is CPT 84255 used?
Evaluates selenium deficiency (Keshan disease, Kashin-Beck disease) and toxic accumulation; essential for selenoprotein synthesis.
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