85400 Fibrinolytic plasmin
Also known as: plasmin assay, fibrinolytic enzyme test
Measurement of fibrinolytic plasmin (serine protease responsible for fibrin degradation) activity in plasma using substrate methodology to assess fibrinolytic potential.
In Plain Language
clot-dissolving enzyme test; plasmin activity measurement
Clinical Context
Evaluates primary fibrinolysis and plasmin generation in disseminated intravascular coagulation, liver disease, and sepsis.
RVU Information
CPT 85400 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 85400?
CPT 85400 (Fibrinolytic plasmin) is a Pathology & Lab code. Measurement of fibrinolytic plasmin (serine protease responsible for fibrin degradation) activity in plasma using substrate methodology to assess fibrinolytic potential.
Who uses CPT code 85400?
CPT 85400 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Evaluates primary fibrinolysis and plasmin generation in disseminated intravascular coagulation, liver disease, and sepsis.
When is CPT 85400 used?
Evaluates primary fibrinolysis and plasmin generation in disseminated intravascular coagulation, liver disease, and sepsis.
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