85379 Fibrin degradation quantitative
Also known as: FDP quantitative, FDP level
Quantitative measurement of fibrin degradation products using high-performance liquid chromatography, immunoassay, or other quantitative methodology to determine exact FDP concentration.
In Plain Language
fibrin breakdown product level; quantitative FDP
Clinical Context
Quantifies fibrin degradation in disseminated intravascular coagulation, sepsis, and thrombotic disease; helps monitor severity and treatment response.
RVU Information
CPT 85379 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 85379?
CPT 85379 (Fibrin degradation quantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of fibrin degradation products using high-performance liquid chromatography, immunoassay, or other quantitative methodology to determine exact FDP concentration.
Who uses CPT code 85379?
CPT 85379 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Quantifies fibrin degradation in disseminated intravascular coagulation, sepsis, and thrombotic disease; helps monitor severity and treatment response.
When is CPT 85379 used?
Quantifies fibrin degradation in disseminated intravascular coagulation, sepsis, and thrombotic disease; helps monitor severity and treatment response.
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