82951 Glucose tolerance test (gtt)
Also known as: glucose tolerance test, GTT
Laboratory test measuring blood glucose levels at multiple time points after glucose load (oral or intravenous) for assessment of glucose tolerance and diabetes diagnosis.
In Plain Language
sugar tolerance test; glucose response test
Clinical Context
Used for diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes, and assessment of impaired glucose tolerance in non-diabetic populations.
RVU Information
CPT 82951 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 82951?
CPT 82951 (Glucose tolerance test (gtt)) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory test measuring blood glucose levels at multiple time points after glucose load (oral or intravenous) for assessment of glucose tolerance and diabetes diagnosis.
Who uses CPT code 82951?
CPT 82951 is used by pathology, endocrinology, obstetrics-gynecology. Used for diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes, and assessment of impaired glucose tolerance in non-diabetic populations.
When is CPT 82951 used?
Used for diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes, and assessment of impaired glucose tolerance in non-diabetic populations.
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