83037 Hb glycosylated a1c home device
Also known as: HbA1c home device, at-home A1c test, portable HbA1c
Quantitative measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin using home-based or point-of-care testing device methodology.
In Plain Language
home blood sugar control test; portable A1c meter
Clinical Context
Point-of-care or home-based hemoglobin A1c testing enabling patient self-monitoring of diabetes control. Used for convenient patient education and real-time assessment during office visits or home monitoring programs.
RVU Information
CPT 83037 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 83037?
CPT 83037 (Hb glycosylated a1c home device) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative measurement of glycosylated hemoglobin using home-based or point-of-care testing device methodology.
Who uses CPT code 83037?
CPT 83037 is used by Pathology, Endocrinology, Patient Self-Testing. Point-of-care or home-based hemoglobin A1c testing enabling patient self-monitoring of diabetes control. Used for convenient patient education and real-time assessment during office visits or home monitoring programs.
When is CPT 83037 used?
Point-of-care or home-based hemoglobin A1c testing enabling patient self-monitoring of diabetes control. Used for convenient patient education and real-time assessment during office visits or home monitoring programs.
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