80349 Cannabinoids natural
Also known as: cannabis screen, THC test
Drug screen for natural cannabinoids, primarily tetrahydrocannabinol and related naturally occurring cannabis compounds.
In Plain Language
marijuana test
Clinical Context
Widely used in workplace drug testing, substance abuse screening, and law enforcement. Detects natural cannabis products.
RVU Information
CPT 80349 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 80349?
CPT 80349 (Cannabinoids natural) is a Pathology & Lab code. Drug screen for natural cannabinoids, primarily tetrahydrocannabinol and related naturally occurring cannabis compounds.
Who uses CPT code 80349?
CPT 80349 is used by Toxicology, Occupational Health, Forensic Pathology. Widely used in workplace drug testing, substance abuse screening, and law enforcement. Detects natural cannabis products.
When is CPT 80349 used?
Widely used in workplace drug testing, substance abuse screening, and law enforcement. Detects natural cannabis products.
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