82615 Test for urine cystines
Also known as: urine cystine test, cystinuria screening
Laboratory test measuring cystine concentration in urine to assess for cystinuria, an inherited metabolic disorder affecting amino acid reabsorption.
In Plain Language
amino acid urine test; kidney stone risk test
Clinical Context
Used in diagnosis and monitoring of cystinuria, assessment of recurrent kidney stone risk, and evaluation of urinary amino acid disorders.
RVU Information
CPT 82615 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 82615?
CPT 82615 (Test for urine cystines) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory test measuring cystine concentration in urine to assess for cystinuria, an inherited metabolic disorder affecting amino acid reabsorption.
Who uses CPT code 82615?
CPT 82615 is used by pathology, nephrology, urology. Used in diagnosis and monitoring of cystinuria, assessment of recurrent kidney stone risk, and evaluation of urinary amino acid disorders.
When is CPT 82615 used?
Used in diagnosis and monitoring of cystinuria, assessment of recurrent kidney stone risk, and evaluation of urinary amino acid disorders.
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