85460 Hemoglobin fetal
Also known as: fetal hemoglobin, hemoglobin F
Quantitative measurement of fetal hemoglobin (hemoglobin F) concentration in blood using high-performance liquid chromatography or immunoassay methodology.
In Plain Language
baby hemoglobin test; fetal blood protein level
Clinical Context
Evaluates hemoglobinopathies (thalassemia, sickle cell disease), hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin, and monitors fetal-maternal hemorrhage in pregnancy.
RVU Information
CPT 85460 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 85460?
CPT 85460 (Hemoglobin fetal) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of fetal hemoglobin (hemoglobin F) concentration in blood using high-performance liquid chromatography or immunoassay methodology.
Who uses CPT code 85460?
CPT 85460 is used by Clinical Pathology, Hematology, Obstetrics. Evaluates hemoglobinopathies (thalassemia, sickle cell disease), hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin, and monitors fetal-maternal hemorrhage in pregnancy.
When is CPT 85460 used?
Evaluates hemoglobinopathies (thalassemia, sickle cell disease), hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin, and monitors fetal-maternal hemorrhage in pregnancy.
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