85441 Heinz bodies direct
Also known as: Heinz bodies direct, spontaneous Heinz bodies
Direct microscopic visualization and counting of Heinz bodies (denatured hemoglobin precipitates) in red blood cells after blood smear staining without chemical induction.
In Plain Language
hemoglobin crystal test; red blood cell damage check
Clinical Context
Identifies hemoglobinopathies and oxidative red blood cell damage in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency and hemoglobin H disease.
RVU Information
CPT 85441 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 85441?
CPT 85441 (Heinz bodies direct) is a Pathology & Lab code. Direct microscopic visualization and counting of Heinz bodies (denatured hemoglobin precipitates) in red blood cells after blood smear staining without chemical induction.
Who uses CPT code 85441?
CPT 85441 is used by Clinical Pathology, Hematology, Internal Medicine. Identifies hemoglobinopathies and oxidative red blood cell damage in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency and hemoglobin H disease.
When is CPT 85441 used?
Identifies hemoglobinopathies and oxidative red blood cell damage in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency and hemoglobin H disease.
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