What this is, in plain language
A blood test that measures ferritin, which shows how much iron your body has stored — the best single test for iron deficiency.
Why a clinician orders it
Suspected iron deficiency anemia, unexplained fatigue, restless legs, or monitoring iron treatment.
Medical necessity — what insurers usually look at
Usually covered when ordered for a medical reason. Often ordered alongside iron and TIBC — ask whether tests are being bundled.
New to this? Read what medical necessity means and how to appeal a denial.
Documentation to ask about
- ✓Medical reason for the test
- ✓In-network lab confirmation
Questions for your provider
- ?Is the lab in-network?
- ?Are other iron tests being ordered at the same time?
Why this code is in our seed set
High-volume lab test in the CMS Top 100 Laboratory Procedures Ranked by Services.
Validated against
- •CMS Top 100 Laboratory Procedures Ranked by Services
- •AMA CPT code 82728 descriptor
Important: AuraCode is an educational tool. It does not provide medical, legal, or insurance advice, claims decisions, or approval guarantees. Final coverage depends on your specific plan, eligibility, diagnosis, submitted documentation, and your insurer's review.