CPT® code 82670 is used to report a laboratory test measuring estradiol (E2) levels in the blood. Estradiol is one of the primary forms of estrogen and plays a critical role in reproductive health, endocrine function, and hormone balance. This test is widely used in evaluating fertility, menstrual irregularities, menopause, and certain endocrine disorders.
When to Use CPT® Code 82670
- When ordering a blood test to measure serum estradiol levels.
- For patients undergoing fertility evaluation or monitoring assisted reproductive therapy.
- For assessing menopausal status or abnormal menstrual cycles.
- When evaluating hormone-related conditions such as gynecomastia, hypogonadism, or estrogen-secreting tumors.
Billing Requirements
- Report per test performed.
- Documentation should include the clinical reason for ordering estradiol testing (e.g., infertility workup, hormone imbalance).
- Some payers may require specific ICD-10 codes to establish medical necessity.
- Not typically billed with other hormone tests unless clinically justified.
Common Clinical Scenarios
- A fertility clinic orders an estradiol test to monitor ovarian stimulation in a patient undergoing IVF.
- A gynecologist evaluates a patient with irregular menstrual cycles and uses estradiol levels to guide diagnosis.
- An endocrinologist orders the test to assess a male patient with suspected hypogonadism.
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