84490 Assay of feces for trypsin
Also known as: fecal trypsin quantitative, stool trypsin assay, pancreatic enzyme
Quantitative assay of trypsin in fecal specimens measuring pancreatic enzyme concentration.
In Plain Language
stool pancreas enzyme test
Clinical Context
Quantifies fecal trypsin to assess pancreatic exocrine function; low levels indicate pancreatic insufficiency.
RVU Information
CPT 84490 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 84490?
CPT 84490 (Assay of feces for trypsin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of trypsin in fecal specimens measuring pancreatic enzyme concentration.
Who uses CPT code 84490?
CPT 84490 is used by Gastroenterology, Clinical Chemistry, Laboratory Medicine. Quantifies fecal trypsin to assess pancreatic exocrine function; low levels indicate pancreatic insufficiency.
When is CPT 84490 used?
Quantifies fecal trypsin to assess pancreatic exocrine function; low levels indicate pancreatic insufficiency.
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