82485 Assay chondroitin sulfate
Also known as: chondroitin sulfate assay, cartilage degradation marker, joint disease marker
Immunoassay or chromatographic measurement of chondroitin sulfate in serum or synovial fluid to assess joint cartilage degradation.
In Plain Language
arthritis joint damage test; cartilage breakdown marker; joint disease test
Clinical Context
Elevated in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis; reflects cartilage catabolism and joint degeneration.
RVU Information
CPT 82485 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 82485?
CPT 82485 (Assay chondroitin sulfate) is a Pathology & Lab code. Immunoassay or chromatographic measurement of chondroitin sulfate in serum or synovial fluid to assess joint cartilage degradation.
Who uses CPT code 82485?
CPT 82485 is used by Pathology, Rheumatology, Orthopedics. Elevated in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis; reflects cartilage catabolism and joint degeneration.
When is CPT 82485 used?
Elevated in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis; reflects cartilage catabolism and joint degeneration.
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