82436 Assay of urine chloride
Also known as: urine chloride, 24-hour chloride, renal salt loss
Ion-selective electrode or titration measurement of chloride in 24-hour or random urine specimen to assess electrolyte status.
In Plain Language
salt loss test; kidney chloride test; urine electrolyte test
Clinical Context
Evaluates volume status and renal salt reabsorption; helps differentiate causes of hyponatremia.
RVU Information
CPT 82436 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 82436?
CPT 82436 (Assay of urine chloride) is a Pathology & Lab code. Ion-selective electrode or titration measurement of chloride in 24-hour or random urine specimen to assess electrolyte status.
Who uses CPT code 82436?
CPT 82436 is used by Pathology, Nephrology, Internal Medicine. Evaluates volume status and renal salt reabsorption; helps differentiate causes of hyponatremia.
When is CPT 82436 used?
Evaluates volume status and renal salt reabsorption; helps differentiate causes of hyponatremia.
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