81015 Microscopic examination of urine
Also known as: urine microscopy, urine sediment exam
Urine microscopic examination. Detailed microscopic analysis of urine sediment including cells, casts, crystals, and organisms.
In Plain Language
detailed urine test under microscope
Clinical Context
Used to identify urinary tract pathology, infections, kidney disease, and evaluate abnormal urinalysis results.
RVU Information
CPT 81015 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 81015?
CPT 81015 (Microscopic examination of urine) is a Pathology & Lab code. Urine microscopic examination. Detailed microscopic analysis of urine sediment including cells, casts, crystals, and organisms.
Who uses CPT code 81015?
CPT 81015 is used by Laboratory Medicine, Nephrology, Clinical Pathology. Used to identify urinary tract pathology, infections, kidney disease, and evaluate abnormal urinalysis results.
When is CPT 81015 used?
Used to identify urinary tract pathology, infections, kidney disease, and evaluate abnormal urinalysis results.
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