85014 Hematocrit
Also known as: automated hematocrit, Hct level
Automated or semi-automated measurement of hematocrit (percentage of red blood cells in whole blood) using electronic hematology analyzer to assess anemia or polycythemia.
In Plain Language
red blood cell percentage; anemia test
Clinical Context
Standard component of complete blood count assessing red blood cell adequacy; low values indicate anemia, high values indicate polycythemia, dehydration, or altitude adaptation.
RVU Information
CPT 85014 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 85014?
CPT 85014 (Hematocrit) is a Pathology & Lab code. Automated or semi-automated measurement of hematocrit (percentage of red blood cells in whole blood) using electronic hematology analyzer to assess anemia or polycythemia.
Who uses CPT code 85014?
CPT 85014 is used by Clinical Pathology, Hematology, Internal Medicine. Standard component of complete blood count assessing red blood cell adequacy; low values indicate anemia, high values indicate polycythemia, dehydration, or altitude adaptation.
When is CPT 85014 used?
Standard component of complete blood count assessing red blood cell adequacy; low values indicate anemia, high values indicate polycythemia, dehydration, or altitude adaptation.
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