84478 Assay of triglycerides
Also known as: triglycerides, serum triglycerides, TG level
Quantitative assay of serum triglyceride concentration, measuring these lipid storage molecules.
In Plain Language
blood fat test
Clinical Context
Lipid panel component; elevated triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia) increase cardiovascular risk and cause pancreatitis.
RVU Information
CPT 84478 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 84478?
CPT 84478 (Assay of triglycerides) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum triglyceride concentration, measuring these lipid storage molecules.
Who uses CPT code 84478?
CPT 84478 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Cardiology, Pathology. Lipid panel component; elevated triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia) increase cardiovascular risk and cause pancreatitis.
When is CPT 84478 used?
Lipid panel component; elevated triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia) increase cardiovascular risk and cause pancreatitis.
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