82376 Assay carboxyhb qualitative
Also known as: carboxyhemoglobin qualitative, COHb presence test, carbon monoxide screening
Co-oximetry or spectrophotometric qualitative detection of carboxyhemoglobin presence without numerical quantification.
In Plain Language
carbon monoxide presence test; CO poisoning screening; poisoning detection
Clinical Context
Screens for carbon monoxide exposure in symptomatic patients; positive results warrant quantitative measurement.
RVU Information
CPT 82376 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 82376?
CPT 82376 (Assay carboxyhb qualitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Co-oximetry or spectrophotometric qualitative detection of carboxyhemoglobin presence without numerical quantification.
Who uses CPT code 82376?
CPT 82376 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Emergency Medicine. Screens for carbon monoxide exposure in symptomatic patients; positive results warrant quantitative measurement.
When is CPT 82376 used?
Screens for carbon monoxide exposure in symptomatic patients; positive results warrant quantitative measurement.
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