82945 Glucose other fluid
Also known as: glucose other fluids, CSF glucose
Laboratory assay measuring glucose concentration in cerebrospinal fluid, other body fluids, or tissues for assessment of glucose levels outside blood.
In Plain Language
fluid glucose test
Clinical Context
Used in evaluation of meningitis, hypoglycemia in body cavity fluids, and assessment of glucose metabolism in non-blood compartments.
RVU Information
CPT 82945 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 82945?
CPT 82945 (Glucose other fluid) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring glucose concentration in cerebrospinal fluid, other body fluids, or tissues for assessment of glucose levels outside blood.
Who uses CPT code 82945?
CPT 82945 is used by pathology, neurology, internal medicine. Used in evaluation of meningitis, hypoglycemia in body cavity fluids, and assessment of glucose metabolism in non-blood compartments.
When is CPT 82945 used?
Used in evaluation of meningitis, hypoglycemia in body cavity fluids, and assessment of glucose metabolism in non-blood compartments.
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