82382 Assay urine catecholamines
Also known as: urine catecholamines, 24-hour catecholamines, pheochromocytoma test
Chromatographic or immunoassay measurement of catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine) in 24-hour urine.
In Plain Language
stress hormone test; pheochromocytoma screening; adrenaline level test
Clinical Context
Screens for pheochromocytoma in hypertensive patients; 24-hour urine preferred over plasma for stability.
RVU Information
CPT 82382 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 82382?
CPT 82382 (Assay urine catecholamines) is a Pathology & Lab code. Chromatographic or immunoassay measurement of catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine) in 24-hour urine.
Who uses CPT code 82382?
CPT 82382 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine. Screens for pheochromocytoma in hypertensive patients; 24-hour urine preferred over plasma for stability.
When is CPT 82382 used?
Screens for pheochromocytoma in hypertensive patients; 24-hour urine preferred over plasma for stability.
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