82077 Assay specimen xcp ur & breath ia
Also known as: specialized gas chromatography, GC urine/breath test, toxicology assay
Quantitative measurement of specific substances by gas chromatography in urine and breath samples (excluding routine testing).
In Plain Language
specialized substance test; drug detection test; toxin identification
Clinical Context
Identifies various volatile compounds and toxins in urine and breath for forensic investigation and toxicological evaluation.
RVU Information
CPT 82077 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 82077?
CPT 82077 (Assay specimen xcp ur & breath ia) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of specific substances by gas chromatography in urine and breath samples (excluding routine testing).
Who uses CPT code 82077?
CPT 82077 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Forensic Pathology. Identifies various volatile compounds and toxins in urine and breath for forensic investigation and toxicological evaluation.
When is CPT 82077 used?
Identifies various volatile compounds and toxins in urine and breath for forensic investigation and toxicological evaluation.
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