82108 Assay of aluminum
Also known as: serum aluminum, aluminum level, metal toxicity test
Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of aluminum concentration in serum or urine.
In Plain Language
aluminum poisoning test; occupational exposure test; metal contamination check
Clinical Context
Monitors occupational exposure in workers and aluminum toxicity in dialysis patients; elevated levels associated with neurotoxicity.
RVU Information
CPT 82108 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 82108?
CPT 82108 (Assay of aluminum) is a Pathology & Lab code. Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of aluminum concentration in serum or urine.
Who uses CPT code 82108?
CPT 82108 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Nephrology. Monitors occupational exposure in workers and aluminum toxicity in dialysis patients; elevated levels associated with neurotoxicity.
When is CPT 82108 used?
Monitors occupational exposure in workers and aluminum toxicity in dialysis patients; elevated levels associated with neurotoxicity.
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