89125 Specimen fat stain
Also known as: specimen fat stain, lipid stain, Sudan Black stain
Special staining of specimen for identification and visualization of fat or lipid content in tissue.
In Plain Language
fat coloring of tissue; lipid visualization test
Clinical Context
Used to identify and quantify fat in tissue specimens for assessment of storage diseases, malabsorption, and hepatic steatosis.
RVU Information
CPT 89125 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 89125?
CPT 89125 (Specimen fat stain) is a Pathology & Lab code. Special staining of specimen for identification and visualization of fat or lipid content in tissue.
Who uses CPT code 89125?
CPT 89125 is used by Laboratory, Pathology. Used to identify and quantify fat in tissue specimens for assessment of storage diseases, malabsorption, and hepatic steatosis.
When is CPT 89125 used?
Used to identify and quantify fat in tissue specimens for assessment of storage diseases, malabsorption, and hepatic steatosis.
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