83026 Hemoglobin copper sulfate
Also known as: copper sulfate hemoglobin test, hemoglobin screening
Hemoglobin screening using copper sulfate method, a rapid qualitative test to determine if hemoglobin concentration meets a minimum threshold.
In Plain Language
quick hemoglobin check using copper sulfate solution; blood donor hemoglobin screen
Clinical Context
Historically used at blood donation centers for rapid donor screening; a drop of blood sinks in copper sulfate solution if hemoglobin is adequate.
RVU Information
CPT 83026 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 83026?
CPT 83026 (Hemoglobin copper sulfate) is a Pathology & Lab code. Hemoglobin screening using copper sulfate method, a rapid qualitative test to determine if hemoglobin concentration meets a minimum threshold.
Who uses CPT code 83026?
CPT 83026 is used by multiple specialties. Historically used at blood donation centers for rapid donor screening; a drop of blood sinks in copper sulfate solution if hemoglobin is adequate.
When is CPT 83026 used?
Historically used at blood donation centers for rapid donor screening; a drop of blood sinks in copper sulfate solution if hemoglobin is adequate.
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