82175 Assay of arsenic
Also known as: arsenic level, heavy metal test, arsenic toxicity
Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of arsenic in serum or urine.
In Plain Language
poison test; arsenic exposure check; toxic metal screening
Clinical Context
Monitors occupational or intentional arsenic exposure; elevated levels cause gastrointestinal, neurological, and cutaneous manifestations.
RVU Information
CPT 82175 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 82175?
CPT 82175 (Assay of arsenic) is a Pathology & Lab code. Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of arsenic in serum or urine.
Who uses CPT code 82175?
CPT 82175 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Forensic Medicine. Monitors occupational or intentional arsenic exposure; elevated levels cause gastrointestinal, neurological, and cutaneous manifestations.
When is CPT 82175 used?
Monitors occupational or intentional arsenic exposure; elevated levels cause gastrointestinal, neurological, and cutaneous manifestations.
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