85397 Clotting funct activity
Also known as: clotting activity specialized, body fluid coagulation
Measurement of clotting function or coagulation activity in specialized fluids or tissues other than plasma, including synovial fluid, saliva, or other body fluids.
In Plain Language
clotting test in special samples; coagulation in body fluids
Clinical Context
Used when assessing coagulation in non-plasma samples such as cerebrospinal fluid or assessing tissue-specific coagulation abnormalities.
RVU Information
CPT 85397 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 85397?
CPT 85397 (Clotting funct activity) is a Pathology & Lab code. Measurement of clotting function or coagulation activity in specialized fluids or tissues other than plasma, including synovial fluid, saliva, or other body fluids.
Who uses CPT code 85397?
CPT 85397 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Laboratory Medicine. Used when assessing coagulation in non-plasma samples such as cerebrospinal fluid or assessing tissue-specific coagulation abnormalities.
When is CPT 85397 used?
Used when assessing coagulation in non-plasma samples such as cerebrospinal fluid or assessing tissue-specific coagulation abnormalities.
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