84702 Chorionic gonadotropin test
Also known as: pregnancy test, qualitative hCG, beta hCG screen
Qualitative screening test for human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in serum or urine, typically using immunoassay or chemiluminescence to detect pregnancy or gestational trophoblastic disease.
In Plain Language
pregnancy hormone test; quick pregnancy test
Clinical Context
Initial pregnancy detection, monitoring for ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage, and screening for molar pregnancy or gestational trophoblastic neoplasia.
RVU Information
CPT 84702 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 84702?
CPT 84702 (Chorionic gonadotropin test) is a Pathology & Lab code. Qualitative screening test for human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in serum or urine, typically using immunoassay or chemiluminescence to detect pregnancy or gestational trophoblastic disease.
Who uses CPT code 84702?
CPT 84702 is used by Clinical Pathology, Obstetrics, Internal Medicine. Initial pregnancy detection, monitoring for ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage, and screening for molar pregnancy or gestational trophoblastic neoplasia.
When is CPT 84702 used?
Initial pregnancy detection, monitoring for ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage, and screening for molar pregnancy or gestational trophoblastic neoplasia.
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