82962 Glucose blood test
Also known as: glucose blood test, serum glucose
Laboratory assay measuring blood glucose concentration using automated or manual quantitative methodology for clinical assessment.
In Plain Language
blood sugar measurement
Clinical Context
Routine test for diabetes diagnosis, monitoring, and assessment of glucose metabolism in clinical practice.
RVU Information
CPT 82962 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 82962?
CPT 82962 (Glucose blood test) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring blood glucose concentration using automated or manual quantitative methodology for clinical assessment.
Who uses CPT code 82962?
CPT 82962 is used by pathology, endocrinology, internal medicine. Routine test for diabetes diagnosis, monitoring, and assessment of glucose metabolism in clinical practice.
When is CPT 82962 used?
Routine test for diabetes diagnosis, monitoring, and assessment of glucose metabolism in clinical practice.
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