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80362 Opioids & opiate analogs 1/2

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: opioid screen, synthetic opiate test

Drug screen, opioids and opiate analogs, one or two agents. Detects synthetic and semi-synthetic opioid compounds.

In Plain Language

synthetic pain medicine test

Clinical Context

Used in pain management monitoring for synthetic opioid compounds. Important for comprehensive opioid screening programs.

RVU Information

CPT 80362 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

ToxicologyPain MedicineAddiction Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 80362?

CPT 80362 (Opioids & opiate analogs 1/2) is a Pathology & Lab code. Drug screen, opioids and opiate analogs, one or two agents. Detects synthetic and semi-synthetic opioid compounds.

Who uses CPT code 80362?

CPT 80362 is used by Toxicology, Pain Medicine, Addiction Medicine. Used in pain management monitoring for synthetic opioid compounds. Important for comprehensive opioid screening programs.

When is CPT 80362 used?

Used in pain management monitoring for synthetic opioid compounds. Important for comprehensive opioid screening programs.

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