83015 Heavy metal qualitative any number
Also known as: heavy metal screen, heavy metal panel qualitative, toxic metal screen
Qualitative screening for heavy metals in biological specimens such as blood or urine, testing for any number of metals in a single analysis.
In Plain Language
test for toxic metals like lead or mercury; heavy metal poisoning screen
Clinical Context
Screens for toxic metals including lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium; qualitative result indicates presence or absence.
RVU Information
CPT 83015 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 83015?
CPT 83015 (Heavy metal qualitative any number) is a Pathology & Lab code. Qualitative screening for heavy metals in biological specimens such as blood or urine, testing for any number of metals in a single analysis.
Who uses CPT code 83015?
CPT 83015 is used by multiple specialties. Screens for toxic metals including lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium; qualitative result indicates presence or absence.
When is CPT 83015 used?
Screens for toxic metals including lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium; qualitative result indicates presence or absence.
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