82044 Ur albumin semiquantitative
Also known as: urine dipstick albumin, urine protein screening, quick albumin test
Semiquantitative detection of albumin in urine using dipstick or other non-quantitative methods providing trace to 4+ results.
In Plain Language
quick protein in urine test; routine urine screening; kidney protein check
Clinical Context
Routine screening test for proteinuria in primary care; abnormal results warrant quantitative confirmation with 82043.
RVU Information
CPT 82044 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 82044?
CPT 82044 (Ur albumin semiquantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Semiquantitative detection of albumin in urine using dipstick or other non-quantitative methods providing trace to 4+ results.
Who uses CPT code 82044?
CPT 82044 is used by Pathology, Internal Medicine, Primary Care. Routine screening test for proteinuria in primary care; abnormal results warrant quantitative confirmation with 82043.
When is CPT 82044 used?
Routine screening test for proteinuria in primary care; abnormal results warrant quantitative confirmation with 82043.
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