82190 Atomic absorption
Also known as: atomic absorption test, AAS metal analysis, metal assay
Atomic absorption spectroscopy technique used to measure concentrations of metals (copper, iron, lead, manganese, zinc) in various samples.
In Plain Language
metal level test; toxic metal screening; nutritional metal check
Clinical Context
Used for monitoring occupational exposures, nutritional deficiencies, and metal toxicity in clinical specimens.
RVU Information
CPT 82190 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 82190?
CPT 82190 (Atomic absorption) is a Pathology & Lab code. Atomic absorption spectroscopy technique used to measure concentrations of metals (copper, iron, lead, manganese, zinc) in various samples.
Who uses CPT code 82190?
CPT 82190 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Occupational Medicine. Used for monitoring occupational exposures, nutritional deficiencies, and metal toxicity in clinical specimens.
When is CPT 82190 used?
Used for monitoring occupational exposures, nutritional deficiencies, and metal toxicity in clinical specimens.
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