A4250 Urine reagent strips/tablets
Also known as: urine dipsticks, urinalysis strips, UA strips
Urine Reagent Strips or Tablets, chemical test strips or tablets for urinalysis including detection of glucose, protein, pH, and infection indicators.
In Plain Language
urine test strips; water testing strips
Clinical Context
Used in primary care, urgent care, and home settings for rapid urinalysis screening in diabetes, infection, and renal disease evaluation.
RVU Information
CPT A4250 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
HCPCS A-codes cover medical supplies, equipment, and transport services. Documentation must establish medical necessity and include a physician order. For durable medical equipment (DME), a Certificate of Medical Necessity (CMN) or detailed written order may be required.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code A4250?
CPT A4250 (Urine reagent strips/tablets) is a A Codes code. Urine Reagent Strips or Tablets, chemical test strips or tablets for urinalysis including detection of glucose, protein, pH, and infection indicators.
Does Medicare cover A4250?
Medicare coverage for A4250 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in primary care, urgent care, and home settings for rapid urinalysis screening in diabetes, infection, and renal disease evaluation. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A4250 used?
Used in primary care, urgent care, and home settings for rapid urinalysis screening in diabetes, infection, and renal disease evaluation.
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