85415 Fibrinolytic plasminogen
Also known as: plasminogen assay, fibrinolytic potential
Measurement of plasminogen (inactive precursor of plasmin) in plasma using functional or immunologic assay to assess fibrinolytic potential and response to fibrinolytic therapy.
In Plain Language
fibrin-dissolving enzyme precursor test; clot breakdown capacity
Clinical Context
Evaluates plasminogen deficiency in bleeding disorders and excessive consumption in disseminated intravascular coagulation or fibrinolytic therapy.
RVU Information
CPT 85415 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 85415?
CPT 85415 (Fibrinolytic plasminogen) is a Pathology & Lab code. Measurement of plasminogen (inactive precursor of plasmin) in plasma using functional or immunologic assay to assess fibrinolytic potential and response to fibrinolytic therapy.
Who uses CPT code 85415?
CPT 85415 is used by Clinical Pathology, Coagulation, Hematology. Evaluates plasminogen deficiency in bleeding disorders and excessive consumption in disseminated intravascular coagulation or fibrinolytic therapy.
When is CPT 85415 used?
Evaluates plasminogen deficiency in bleeding disorders and excessive consumption in disseminated intravascular coagulation or fibrinolytic therapy.
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