80048 Basic metabolic pnl total ca
Also known as: basic metabolic panel, BMP with total calcium
Laboratory test panel measuring basic metabolic parameters including electrolytes, kidney function, glucose, and total calcium for metabolic assessment.
In Plain Language
basic blood chemistry test; kidney and metabolism panel
Clinical Context
Standard screening metabolic panel for electrolyte, renal, and glucose status; most commonly ordered metabolic panel for general health assessment.
RVU Information
CPT 80048 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 80048?
CPT 80048 (Basic metabolic pnl total ca) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory test panel measuring basic metabolic parameters including electrolytes, kidney function, glucose, and total calcium for metabolic assessment.
Who uses CPT code 80048?
CPT 80048 is used by Pathology, Internal Medicine, Primary Care. Standard screening metabolic panel for electrolyte, renal, and glucose status; most commonly ordered metabolic panel for general health assessment.
When is CPT 80048 used?
Standard screening metabolic panel for electrolyte, renal, and glucose status; most commonly ordered metabolic panel for general health assessment.
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