84466 Assay of transferrin
Also known as: transferrin, iron-binding capacity, iron transport
Quantitative assay of serum transferrin concentration, the iron-transport protein in blood.
In Plain Language
iron transport protein test
Clinical Context
Reflects iron status and liver function; elevated in iron deficiency, decreased in iron overload.
RVU Information
CPT 84466 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 84466?
CPT 84466 (Assay of transferrin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum transferrin concentration, the iron-transport protein in blood.
Who uses CPT code 84466?
CPT 84466 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Laboratory Medicine. Reflects iron status and liver function; elevated in iron deficiency, decreased in iron overload.
When is CPT 84466 used?
Reflects iron status and liver function; elevated in iron deficiency, decreased in iron overload.
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