85370 Fibrinogen test
Also known as: fibrinogen assay alt method
Quantitative assay of fibrinogen concentration in plasma using alternative methodology to clotting method (e.g., immunologic or heat precipitation technique).
In Plain Language
fibrinogen level by alternative method; plasma fibrinogen assay
Clinical Context
Provides fibrinogen quantification using non-clotting methodology when Clauss method unavailable or inappropriate; results should be comparable to clotting method.
RVU Information
CPT 85370 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 85370?
CPT 85370 (Fibrinogen test) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of fibrinogen concentration in plasma using alternative methodology to clotting method (e.g., immunologic or heat precipitation technique).
Who uses CPT code 85370?
CPT 85370 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Provides fibrinogen quantification using non-clotting methodology when Clauss method unavailable or inappropriate; results should be comparable to clotting method.
When is CPT 85370 used?
Provides fibrinogen quantification using non-clotting methodology when Clauss method unavailable or inappropriate; results should be comparable to clotting method.
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