82805 Blood gases with o2 saturation
Also known as: blood gas without O2 sat, basic blood gases
Laboratory measurement of blood gases including pH, pCO2, and pO2 but excluding oxygen saturation, providing core acid-base and oxygenation data.
In Plain Language
partial blood oxygen test
Clinical Context
Used in assessment of respiratory and metabolic status when saturation measurement is not required or obtained separately.
RVU Information
CPT 82805 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 82805?
CPT 82805 (Blood gases with o2 saturation) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory measurement of blood gases including pH, pCO2, and pO2 but excluding oxygen saturation, providing core acid-base and oxygenation data.
Who uses CPT code 82805?
CPT 82805 is used by pathology, critical care. Used in assessment of respiratory and metabolic status when saturation measurement is not required or obtained separately.
When is CPT 82805 used?
Used in assessment of respiratory and metabolic status when saturation measurement is not required or obtained separately.
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