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86140 C-reactive protein

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: CRP, C-reactive protein

C-reactive protein (CRP) test measures acute phase reactant protein produced by the liver in response to inflammation, indicating inflammatory or acute phase conditions.

In Plain Language

Inflammation marker; Infection and swelling indicator

Clinical Context

Non-specific marker of inflammation used to assess disease activity in rheumatologic disorders, infection severity, and post-operative complications. Rises within hours of inflammation.

RVU Information

CPT 86140 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

Clinical ChemistryClinical PathologyImmunology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 86140?

CPT 86140 (C-reactive protein) is a Pathology & Lab code. C-reactive protein (CRP) test measures acute phase reactant protein produced by the liver in response to inflammation, indicating inflammatory or acute phase conditions.

Who uses CPT code 86140?

CPT 86140 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Pathology, Immunology. Non-specific marker of inflammation used to assess disease activity in rheumatologic disorders, infection severity, and post-operative complications. Rises within hours of inflammation.

When is CPT 86140 used?

Non-specific marker of inflammation used to assess disease activity in rheumatologic disorders, infection severity, and post-operative complications. Rises within hours of inflammation.

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