81050 Urinalysis volume measure
Also known as: urine volume test, 24-hour urine volume
Urine volume measurement. Quantitative measurement of total urine volume produced over a specified time period.
In Plain Language
urine amount measurement
Clinical Context
Used in evaluation of polyuria, oliguria, and assessment of fluid status. Common in 24-hour urine collections for various tests.
RVU Information
CPT 81050 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 81050?
CPT 81050 (Urinalysis volume measure) is a Pathology & Lab code. Urine volume measurement. Quantitative measurement of total urine volume produced over a specified time period.
Who uses CPT code 81050?
CPT 81050 is used by Laboratory Medicine, Nephrology, Internal Medicine. Used in evaluation of polyuria, oliguria, and assessment of fluid status. Common in 24-hour urine collections for various tests.
When is CPT 81050 used?
Used in evaluation of polyuria, oliguria, and assessment of fluid status. Common in 24-hour urine collections for various tests.
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