82947 Assay glucose blood quantitative
Also known as: quantitative glucose, glucose assay
Laboratory assay measuring blood glucose concentration using quantitative methodology for precise assessment of serum or plasma glucose levels.
In Plain Language
blood sugar measurement
Clinical Context
Essential test for diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes mellitus and assessment of glucose metabolism in all patient populations.
RVU Information
CPT 82947 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 82947?
CPT 82947 (Assay glucose blood quantitative) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring blood glucose concentration using quantitative methodology for precise assessment of serum or plasma glucose levels.
Who uses CPT code 82947?
CPT 82947 is used by pathology, endocrinology, internal medicine. Essential test for diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes mellitus and assessment of glucose metabolism in all patient populations.
When is CPT 82947 used?
Essential test for diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes mellitus and assessment of glucose metabolism in all patient populations.
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