81002 Urinalysis nonauto without scope
Also known as: urinalysis without microscopy, chemical urinalysis
Urinalysis, nonautomated without microscope examination. Includes only chemical testing of urine without microscopic analysis.
In Plain Language
urine chemistry test only
Clinical Context
Used for basic urinalysis screening where microscopy is not clinically indicated or required.
RVU Information
CPT 81002 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 81002?
CPT 81002 (Urinalysis nonauto without scope) is a Pathology & Lab code. Urinalysis, nonautomated without microscope examination. Includes only chemical testing of urine without microscopic analysis.
Who uses CPT code 81002?
CPT 81002 is used by Laboratory Medicine, Primary Care, Nephrology. Used for basic urinalysis screening where microscopy is not clinically indicated or required.
When is CPT 81002 used?
Used for basic urinalysis screening where microscopy is not clinically indicated or required.
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