82013 Acetylcholinesterase assay
Also known as: RBC cholinesterase, acetylcholinesterase assay, pesticide exposure test
Enzymatic assay measuring acetylcholinesterase activity in red blood cells or plasma used to detect organophosphate or carbamate pesticide exposure.
In Plain Language
poison exposure test; pesticide blood test; nerve agent exposure screening
Clinical Context
Screens agricultural workers and individuals with suspected pesticide exposure; baseline and post-exposure measurement guides diagnosis and treatment.
RVU Information
CPT 82013 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 82013?
CPT 82013 (Acetylcholinesterase assay) is a Pathology & Lab code. Enzymatic assay measuring acetylcholinesterase activity in red blood cells or plasma used to detect organophosphate or carbamate pesticide exposure.
Who uses CPT code 82013?
CPT 82013 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Occupational Medicine. Screens agricultural workers and individuals with suspected pesticide exposure; baseline and post-exposure measurement guides diagnosis and treatment.
When is CPT 82013 used?
Screens agricultural workers and individuals with suspected pesticide exposure; baseline and post-exposure measurement guides diagnosis and treatment.
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