82043 Ur albumin quantitative
Also known as: urine albumin quantitative, microalbumin test, albuminuria measurement
Quantitative measurement of albumin in urine specimen using immunoassay or electrophoretic methods to assess urinary protein loss.
In Plain Language
kidney protein leak test; diabetes kidney damage check; protein in urine number
Clinical Context
Detects early diabetic nephropathy and assesses progression; albumin levels correlate with cardiovascular and kidney disease risk.
RVU Information
CPT 82043 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 82043?
CPT 82043 (Ur albumin quantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of albumin in urine specimen using immunoassay or electrophoretic methods to assess urinary protein loss.
Who uses CPT code 82043?
CPT 82043 is used by Pathology, Nephrology, Endocrinology. Detects early diabetic nephropathy and assesses progression; albumin levels correlate with cardiovascular and kidney disease risk.
When is CPT 82043 used?
Detects early diabetic nephropathy and assesses progression; albumin levels correlate with cardiovascular and kidney disease risk.
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