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85290 Clot factor xiii fibrin stab

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: Factor XIII assay, fibrin-stabilizing factor assay

One-stage assay of coagulation factor XIII (fibrin-stabilizing factor) measuring enzymatic activity to assess cross-linking of fibrin and clot stability.

In Plain Language

blood clot stability test; fibrin cross-linking test

Clinical Context

Evaluates factor XIII deficiency presenting with delayed bleeding, poor wound healing, and recurrent miscarriages; identifies patients needing clotting factor replacement.

RVU Information

CPT 85290 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 85290?

CPT 85290 (Clot factor xiii fibrin stab) is a Pathology & Lab code. One-stage assay of coagulation factor XIII (fibrin-stabilizing factor) measuring enzymatic activity to assess cross-linking of fibrin and clot stability.

Who uses CPT code 85290?

CPT 85290 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Evaluates factor XIII deficiency presenting with delayed bleeding, poor wound healing, and recurrent miscarriages; identifies patients needing clotting factor replacement.

When is CPT 85290 used?

Evaluates factor XIII deficiency presenting with delayed bleeding, poor wound healing, and recurrent miscarriages; identifies patients needing clotting factor replacement.

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