83036 Hemoglobin glycosylated a1c
Also known as: hemoglobin A1c, glycated hemoglobin, HbA1c test
Quantitative measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin (hemoglobin A1c) using chromatographic, immunological, or electrochemical methods.
In Plain Language
blood sugar control test; three-month average blood glucose; long-term diabetes marker
Clinical Context
Primary test for diabetes screening and monitoring, reflecting average blood glucose over 2-3 months. Used by endocrinologists and primary care physicians for diagnosis and treatment adjustment in diabetic patients.
RVU Information
CPT 83036 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 83036?
CPT 83036 (Hemoglobin glycosylated a1c) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin (hemoglobin A1c) using chromatographic, immunological, or electrochemical methods.
Who uses CPT code 83036?
CPT 83036 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology, Primary Care. Primary test for diabetes screening and monitoring, reflecting average blood glucose over 2-3 months. Used by endocrinologists and primary care physicians for diagnosis and treatment adjustment in diabetic patients.
When is CPT 83036 used?
Primary test for diabetes screening and monitoring, reflecting average blood glucose over 2-3 months. Used by endocrinologists and primary care physicians for diagnosis and treatment adjustment in diabetic patients.
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