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81025 Urine pregnancy test

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: urine pregnancy test, HCG urine test

Urine pregnancy test. Qualitative or quantitative measurement of human chorionic gonadotropin in urine for pregnancy detection.

In Plain Language

pregnancy test on urine sample

Clinical Context

Commonly used for pregnancy confirmation, preoperative screening, and evaluation of amenorrhea or suspected pregnancy.

RVU Information

CPT 81025 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

Laboratory MedicineObstetrics and GynecologyPrimary Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 81025?

CPT 81025 (Urine pregnancy test) is a Pathology & Lab code. Urine pregnancy test. Qualitative or quantitative measurement of human chorionic gonadotropin in urine for pregnancy detection.

Who uses CPT code 81025?

CPT 81025 is used by Laboratory Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Primary Care. Commonly used for pregnancy confirmation, preoperative screening, and evaluation of amenorrhea or suspected pregnancy.

When is CPT 81025 used?

Commonly used for pregnancy confirmation, preoperative screening, and evaluation of amenorrhea or suspected pregnancy.

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