82232 Assay of beta-2 protein
Also known as: beta-2 microglobulin, B2M level, kidney disease marker
Immunoassay measurement of beta-2-microglobulin in serum to assess kidney function and screen for plasma cell dyscrasias.
In Plain Language
kidney function test; multiple myeloma marker; renal disease screening
Clinical Context
Elevated in chronic kidney disease and multiple myeloma; filtered by glomeruli and reabsorbed by tubules.
RVU Information
CPT 82232 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 82232?
CPT 82232 (Assay of beta-2 protein) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay measurement of beta-2-microglobulin in serum to assess kidney function and screen for plasma cell dyscrasias.
Who uses CPT code 82232?
CPT 82232 is used by Pathology, Nephrology, Oncology. Elevated in chronic kidney disease and multiple myeloma; filtered by glomeruli and reabsorbed by tubules.
When is CPT 82232 used?
Elevated in chronic kidney disease and multiple myeloma; filtered by glomeruli and reabsorbed by tubules.
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