82042 Other source albumin quan each
Also known as: urine albumin, CSF albumin, other fluid albumin
Albumin quantitative measurement from non-serum sources (urine, cerebrospinal fluid, other body fluids) for protein characterization.
In Plain Language
protein in urine test; kidney protein leak test; spinal fluid protein test
Clinical Context
Quantifies proteinuria in diabetic nephropathy and other kidney diseases; elevated cerebrospinal fluid albumin suggests bloodbrain barrier disruption.
RVU Information
CPT 82042 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 82042?
CPT 82042 (Other source albumin quan each) is a Pathology & Lab code. Albumin quantitative measurement from non-serum sources (urine, cerebrospinal fluid, other body fluids) for protein characterization.
Who uses CPT code 82042?
CPT 82042 is used by Pathology, Nephrology, Neurology. Quantifies proteinuria in diabetic nephropathy and other kidney diseases; elevated cerebrospinal fluid albumin suggests bloodbrain barrier disruption.
When is CPT 82042 used?
Quantifies proteinuria in diabetic nephropathy and other kidney diseases; elevated cerebrospinal fluid albumin suggests bloodbrain barrier disruption.
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