81005 Urinalysis
Also known as: standard urinalysis, routine UA
Urinalysis, comprehensive screen. Includes routine chemical and microscopic examination of urine for general clinical evaluation.
In Plain Language
standard urine test
Clinical Context
Used as standard screening test in routine medical examinations, occupational health, and general patient evaluation.
RVU Information
CPT 81005 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 81005?
CPT 81005 (Urinalysis) is a Pathology & Lab code. Urinalysis, comprehensive screen. Includes routine chemical and microscopic examination of urine for general clinical evaluation.
Who uses CPT code 81005?
CPT 81005 is used by Laboratory Medicine, Primary Care, Nephrology. Used as standard screening test in routine medical examinations, occupational health, and general patient evaluation.
When is CPT 81005 used?
Used as standard screening test in routine medical examinations, occupational health, and general patient evaluation.
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