85230 Clot factor vii proconvertin
Also known as: Factor VII assay, proconvertin assay
Assay of coagulation factor VII (proconvertin) using one-stage correction methodology to measure factor VII functional activity in the extrinsic coagulation pathway.
In Plain Language
clotting factor VII test; proconvertin measurement
Clinical Context
Evaluates factor VII deficiency in liver disease, vitamin K deficiency, disseminated intravascular coagulation, or warfarin therapy.
RVU Information
CPT 85230 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 85230?
CPT 85230 (Clot factor vii proconvertin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Assay of coagulation factor VII (proconvertin) using one-stage correction methodology to measure factor VII functional activity in the extrinsic coagulation pathway.
Who uses CPT code 85230?
CPT 85230 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Evaluates factor VII deficiency in liver disease, vitamin K deficiency, disseminated intravascular coagulation, or warfarin therapy.
When is CPT 85230 used?
Evaluates factor VII deficiency in liver disease, vitamin K deficiency, disseminated intravascular coagulation, or warfarin therapy.
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