78282 Gi protein loss
Also known as: GI protein loss study, protein losing enteropathy
Gastrointestinal protein loss imaging performed to detect abnormal protein loss into gastrointestinal tract.
In Plain Language
intestinal protein leak test
Clinical Context
Identifies gastrointestinal protein loss in suspected protein-losing enteropathy. Localizes site of protein loss.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.38 |
| Total RVU | 0.38 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.38, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Radiology codes — 2.1x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78282?
CPT 78282 (Gi protein loss) is a Radiology code. Gastrointestinal protein loss imaging performed to detect abnormal protein loss into gastrointestinal tract.
Who uses CPT code 78282?
CPT 78282 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Gastroenterology, Radiology. Identifies gastrointestinal protein loss in suspected protein-losing enteropathy. Localizes site of protein loss.
When is CPT 78282 used?
Identifies gastrointestinal protein loss in suspected protein-losing enteropathy. Localizes site of protein loss.
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