82495 Assay of chromium
Also known as: chromium level, occupational exposure test, metal assay
Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of chromium in serum or urine.
In Plain Language
heavy metal exposure test; toxic metal screening; occupational hazard test
Clinical Context
Monitors occupational chromium exposure in welders and metal workers; elevated levels indicate industrial exposure.
RVU Information
CPT 82495 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 82495?
CPT 82495 (Assay of chromium) is a Pathology & Lab code. Atomic absorption spectroscopy or inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry measurement of chromium in serum or urine.
Who uses CPT code 82495?
CPT 82495 is used by Pathology, Toxicology, Occupational Medicine. Monitors occupational chromium exposure in welders and metal workers; elevated levels indicate industrial exposure.
When is CPT 82495 used?
Monitors occupational chromium exposure in welders and metal workers; elevated levels indicate industrial exposure.
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