84512 Assay of troponin qualitative
Also known as: troponin qualitative, troponin screen, rapid troponin
Qualitative screening test for cardiac troponin in serum detecting presence of this heart injury marker.
In Plain Language
heart attack screening test
Clinical Context
Rapid screening for myocardial infarction; positive results require quantitative confirmation.
RVU Information
CPT 84512 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 84512?
CPT 84512 (Assay of troponin qualitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Qualitative screening test for cardiac troponin in serum detecting presence of this heart injury marker.
Who uses CPT code 84512?
CPT 84512 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Cardiology, Emergency Medicine. Rapid screening for myocardial infarction; positive results require quantitative confirmation.
When is CPT 84512 used?
Rapid screening for myocardial infarction; positive results require quantitative confirmation.
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