83045 Hgb methemoglobin qualitative
Pathology & Lab
Also known as: methemoglobin qualitative, MetHb screen
Qualitative assessment of methemoglobin presence in blood using spectrophotometric or co-oximetry methods.
Clinical Context
Screening for methemoglobinemia when toxin exposure is suspected, particularly from medications like dapsone or local anesthetics. Critical in emergency and critical care settings for unexplained cyanosis or hypoxia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.00 |
| Total RVU | 0.00 |
Specialties
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.