82300 Assay of cadmium
Also known as: cadmium level, heavy metal test, occupational exposure
Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of cadmium in serum or urine.
In Plain Language
toxic metal test; cadmium exposure check; heavy metal screening
Clinical Context
Monitors occupational cadmium exposure in workers; causes kidney damage and bone disease with chronic exposure.
RVU Information
CPT 82300 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 82300?
CPT 82300 (Assay of cadmium) is a Pathology & Lab code. Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of cadmium in serum or urine.
Who uses CPT code 82300?
CPT 82300 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Occupational Medicine. Monitors occupational cadmium exposure in workers; causes kidney damage and bone disease with chronic exposure.
When is CPT 82300 used?
Monitors occupational cadmium exposure in workers; causes kidney damage and bone disease with chronic exposure.
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