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85220 Blooc clot factor v test

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: Factor V assay, F5 assay

Assay of coagulation factor V using one-stage correction study or direct functional measurement, determining factor V activity in the prothrombinase complex and extrinsic pathway.

In Plain Language

clotting factor V test; factor V level

Clinical Context

Evaluates inherited factor V deficiency, acquired deficiency in liver disease or disseminated intravascular coagulation, and factor V inhibitor detection.

RVU Information

CPT 85220 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

Clinical PathologyCoagulationHematology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 85220?

CPT 85220 (Blooc clot factor v test) is a Pathology & Lab code. Assay of coagulation factor V using one-stage correction study or direct functional measurement, determining factor V activity in the prothrombinase complex and extrinsic pathway.

Who uses CPT code 85220?

CPT 85220 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Evaluates inherited factor V deficiency, acquired deficiency in liver disease or disseminated intravascular coagulation, and factor V inhibitor detection.

When is CPT 85220 used?

Evaluates inherited factor V deficiency, acquired deficiency in liver disease or disseminated intravascular coagulation, and factor V inhibitor detection.

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