82525 Assay of copper
Also known as: copper assay, serum copper level
Laboratory assay quantitatively measuring copper concentration in serum or other body fluids to assess copper metabolism and detect copper deficiency or toxicity.
In Plain Language
copper blood test; copper level measurement
Clinical Context
Utilized in diagnosis of copper deficiency or excess, evaluation of Wilson's disease, and monitoring patients on total parenteral nutrition.
RVU Information
CPT 82525 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 82525?
CPT 82525 (Assay of copper) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay quantitatively measuring copper concentration in serum or other body fluids to assess copper metabolism and detect copper deficiency or toxicity.
Who uses CPT code 82525?
CPT 82525 is used by pathology, gastroenterology, toxicology. Utilized in diagnosis of copper deficiency or excess, evaluation of Wilson's disease, and monitoring patients on total parenteral nutrition.
When is CPT 82525 used?
Utilized in diagnosis of copper deficiency or excess, evaluation of Wilson's disease, and monitoring patients on total parenteral nutrition.
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